Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Bucharest

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Bucureşti
Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania

At Tech
Biz Global, we’re more than just a recruitment and software development company — we’re a
German based global partner dedicated to your business success. With a diverse, distributed team, we specialize in IT recruitment, outstaffing, outsourcing, software development, and consulting services for more than 100 clients around over 20 countries.

At Tech
Biz Global, we are providing recruitment service to our TOP clients from our portfolio. We are currently seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join one of our clients' teams. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in a innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Role Overview

As the CTO , you will be responsible for shaping and leading the company’s technology strategy. You will oversee the engineering team, infrastructure, and product development to ensure that the platform is scalable, secure, and innovative. You will also collaborate with the executive team to align the technological roadmap with business goals, ensuring that our platform delivers value to our customers and stakeholders. This is a
- on leadership role where you will contribute directly to building and scaling the technology infrastructure while mentoring the team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology Strategy & Leadership

a. Develop and communicate a clear and effective technology strategy aligned with Cutstruct’s business objectives and mission.

b. Lead the technological vision for the company, ensuring innovation and competitive advantage in the construction procurement space.

c. Oversee the development of the platform’s architecture to ensure scalability, security, and performance.

d. Ensure the technical team is empowered, aligned with business goals, and motivated to innovate and grow

2. Team Development & Management

a. Build, lead, and mentor a
- performing engineering team, providing guidance on technical execution, career development, and continuous improvement.

b. Foster a collaborative culture that promotes innovation, high standards, and accountability within the engineering team.

c. Manage engineering recruitment, training, and retention, ensuring that Cutstruct attracts top talent in the industry.

3. Platform Development & Architecture

a. Own the platform’s architecture, making sure it is
- proof, modular, and highly available.

b. Work closely with product management and engineering teams to define and prioritize the product roadmap.

c. Drive the adoption of best practices in system design, coding standards, performance optimization, and security.

4. Operational Excellence & Infrastructure Management

a. Lead the infrastructure strategy, ensuring that the platform runs efficiently, securely, and with minimal downtime.

b. Implement industry best practices for cloud infrastructure, Dev
Ops, and continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD).

c. Ensure strong system performance through regular monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of cloud infrastructure.

5. Security & Compliance

a. Develop and implement security policies to protect company data, customer information, and ensure platform integrity.

b. Oversee compliance with relevant regulations such as GDPR, data protection laws, and industry standards to ensure customer data is handled securely.

c. Regularly audit systems for security vulnerabilities, applying patches and updates as necessary.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

a. Collaborate with product, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure the platform’s features and capabilities meet customer needs and market demands.

b. Present technical insights and strategic vision to the board and investors, making sure the technology strategy aligns with the company’s growth plans.

c. Serve as a thought leader both internally and externally, representing Cutstruct at industry events, conferences, and with key partners.

7. Research & Innovation

a. Stay abreast of technological advancements in cloud computing, AI, machine learning, and software development to continuously drive innovation.

b. Explore and implement new technologies that could provide a competitive edge for Cutstruct.

c. Lead experimentation with emerging technologies such as blockchain, Io
T, and others that can benefit the construction industry.

8. Risk Management & Incident Response

a. Develop contingency plans and disaster recovery protocols to ensure business continuity.

b. Lead incident response efforts in the event of a platform outage or breach, ensuring rapid resolution and communication to stakeholders.

c. Conduct
- mortems and implement process improvements to prevent future incidents.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

a. 8+ years of experience in technology roles, with at least 5 years in a senior/leadership role (e. g. , Head of Engineering, CTO, VP of Engineering). b. Proven track record of scaling
- based Saa
S platforms and leading engineering teams through complex technical challenges.

c. Experience in the construction, logistics, or marketplace industry is a plus.

Technical Skills:

a. Proficiency in technologies such as Golang, Node. js, Nest, Postgre
SQL, Graph
QL, Mongo
DB, and Docker.

b. Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and services (AWS)

c. Understanding of
- driven architecture and usage of services such as Rabbit
MQ or Kafka etc

d. Expertise in microservices architecture, CI/CD, and Dev
Ops practices.

e. Familiarity with frontend technologies like React. js, Next. js, and Graph
QL.

f. Experience with security protocols, compliance, and best practices for handling sensitive data.

Leadership & Soft Skills:

a. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams.

b. Strong business acumen and the ability to align technical goals with business objectives.

c. A
- first mindset, focusing on delivering value through technology. d. Passionate about fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement