Chief Technology Officer (Equity) at KloudOpp Limited

Job Description

• We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Chief Technology Officer to join our founding team.
• We are at a critical stage in our growth and have an urgent need for a Chief Technology Officer.
• Ideally, we want someone with previous startup and enterprise who has experience in all phases of the Technology execution process.
• Africa is the world's youngest continent and expanding the fastest.
• The number of young people working in Africa will rise to 375 million by 2030.
• The individuals who will be hired at this position will be given a significant amount of equity given that the company is at execution stage.
• The person will be working fully remotely on a part-time basis while continuing their current job until we begin generating revenue and secure funding.
• We are at a critical stage in our growth and have an urgent need for a Chief Technology Officer. Ideally, this is a growing startup, there is no salary until we can start generating revenue and funding. Founder is open to team members having a main job until funding and revenue is secured.
• We are seeking a Chief Technology Officer. This individual may have the opportunity to work on business/Technology systems, infrastructure, and transformation projects. The person in this role may manage Technology and Technology Related Information. This position location is LAGOS, though the team currently work a remote schedule.
• The CTO will be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of the company.
• You will work closely with the executive team to define and implement the technological vision and strategy.
• Your role will include managing the development and deployment of technology platforms, overseeing the engineering team, and ensuring that the company’s technology serves its business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Technology Strategy: Develop and implement the company’s technology strategy in alignment with business goals, ensuring the technology roadmap supports growth and innovation.
• Product Development: Lead and manage the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and features.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Technology Operations: Oversee the company’s IT infrastructure, ensuring it is secure, scalable, and supports business operations effectively.
• Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities for innovation and assessing their potential impact on the company.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, including marketing, sales, and operations, to ensure technology initiatives align with business needs and customer requirements.
• Budget Management: Manage the technology budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial goals.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate technology-related risks, including cybersecurity threats, data privacy concerns, and technical debt.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, with a strong background in software development, product management, and IT operations.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a technical team, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
•  Deep understanding of software development, cloud computing, data management, cybersecurity, and other relevant technologies.
• Ability to think strategically and translate business goals into actionable technology plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Large token allocation
• A well thought through concept and business plan with early-stage validation
• No salary until funding can be achieved, all pending salary arrears will be prorated and paid upon funding.
• Remote Flexibility
• Tons of influence and input, you will not be a cog in a wheel here!
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a company where your ideas matter and your contributions shape our future.
• Impact: Play a crucial role in building a brand from the ground up, with the potential to make a significant impact on our success.