Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Platinum Innovation Group - Detroit, MI

Full-time - Executive

Detroit, MI

About the position

As our CTO you'll be at the helm of our technical vision; leading the charge in building the tech & infrastructure for products with the potential to improve the lives of billions. If disrupting markets and shifting culture with products the world has never seen before doesn't scare you, then read on. Our CTO will lead the charge in shaping our technological infrastructure, creating innovative SaaS products, web apps, and leading high-performance engineering and technology teams. This is not a role for the routine-motivated or the complacent. This is a role for the pioneers, the visionaries, who are not afraid to rethink everything and aren't afraid to lead and do.

Responsibilities

• Drive and oversee the strategy, planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects that push the boundaries of what's possible across our growing portfolio of businesses and products.
• Architect and manage our technical infrastructure; ensuring scalability, optimal performance, and reliability on our path to reach billions.
• Assemble, inspire, and lead exceptional technology and engineering teams that embody our dedication to creating products that set new standards through a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and growth.
• Strategize, direct and manage all engineering and technical decisions across our portfolio of products; ensuring our products deliver a unique and delightful experience to our users.
• Stay ahead of the curve and keep your finger on the pulse of the technology landscape to fuel our innovation, outpace the market and maintain our edge.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ideate, identify, conceptualize and implement bleeding-edge technology solutions that will enhance our products and services.
• Uphold our commitment to security and privacy by ensuring that our tech processes and strategies meet and exceed industry best practices and regulations.

Requirements

• Experience as a CTO, CIO, Engineering Leader, or in a similar leadership role within the tech industry.
• Proven record of managing and delivering large-scale software and web projects.
• Deep understanding of current and emerging technologies and how they can be harnessed to redefine user experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of infrastructure architecture, database systems, and the implementation of scalable solutions.
• Robust understanding of business strategy, operations, and data analytics.
• Exceptional ability to inspire and manage high-performing teams and cultivate interpersonal relationships.
• Mastery of communication skills to explain complex problems to non-technical audiences.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to think in systems and connect complex dots.

Benefits

• Meaningful work that impacts people's lives.
• Access to a newly built Dreamlab for research and development.
• No red tape and autonomy in decision-making.
• Culture of continuous learning with an allowance for education.
• Creative and inclusive work environment.
• Top of market pay & benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401k.
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship for ideal candidates.
• Daily catered lunches, team activities, paid holidays, bonuses, and more.