Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Location: Chennai, India
Type: Full-Time
Experience: 10 - 20 Years
Reports to: CEO
Key Responsibilities
Technology Strategy & Vision
Define and execute a forward-looking technology strategy aligned with business goals.
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies to maintain a competitive advantage in security, scalability, and performance.
Develop and oversee the technical roadmap for platform growth and innovation.
Product Development
Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of a secure, scalable, and high-performance cryptocurrency exchange platform.
Collaborate with product and compliance teams to ensure the platform meets user needs and industry regulations.
Promote best practices in software development, architecture, and testing.
Team Leadership
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering organization.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Recruit and retain top technical talent, while providing guidance and career development opportunities.
Infrastructure & Operations
Oversee the development and maintenance of resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure tailored for cryptocurrency trading.
Implement robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard against hacks, fraud, and DDoS attacks, while ensuring compliance with KYC/AML, GDPR, and other regulations.
Manage partnerships with third-party vendors, cloud providers, and technology partners.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with the CEO, COO, and other executives to align technology with business strategy.
Partner with marketing, compliance, and customer success teams to support product launches and user satisfaction.
Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders, investors, and partners.
Innovation & Growth
Drive R&D initiatives to explore and implement new features such as DeFi integrations, advanced wallet solutions, and trading tools.
Evaluate and introduce modern tools, frameworks, and processes to enhance efficiency and platform performance.
Support fundraising by presenting the company’s technology vision to investors and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Experience
10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (CTO, VP of Engineering, or equivalent).
Proven success in leading technology teams in startups or high-growth companies, preferably in fintech or cryptocurrency.
Hands-on experience scaling financial systems or trading platforms with millions of users.
Strong background with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern programming languages (Python, Go, JavaScript, etc.).
Technical Skills
Expertise in cybersecurity best practices, wallet security, encryption, and compliance frameworks.
Experience with API integrations, microservices, real-time data processing, and high-frequency trading systems.
Familiarity with Agile/DevOps methodologies and continuous delivery.
Leadership & Soft Skills
Strong leadership and team-building capabilities with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
Strategic thinker with outstanding problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills; able to present complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences alike.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, resource-constrained startup environment.
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Advanced degrees or certifications (MBA, PMP) are a plus but not required.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous CTO or equivalent leadership role in a fintech/crypto startup that scaled successfully.
Strong presence in the technology community or contributions to open-source projects.
Deep knowledge of blockchain, cryptocurrency trading systems, or decentralized finance (DeFi).
What We Offer
Competitive salary with equity options.
Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
Flexible work environment with opportunities in Chennai.
A collaborative, innovative startup culture with passionate professionals.
Opportunity to shape the future of one of India’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges.