San Francisco, CA · Remote
Qualifications Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications: - Strong technical foundation in system architecture, large-scale systems, distributed architecture. - Artificial Intelligence (AI ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Qualifications Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications: - Strong technical foundation in system architecture, large-scale systems, distributed architecture. - Artificial Intelligence (AI ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
Qualifications Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications: - Strong technical foundation in system architecture, large-scale systems, distributed architecture. - Artificial Intelligence (AI ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
Qualifications Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications: - Strong technical foundation in system architecture, large-scale systems, distributed architecture. - Artificial Intelligence (AI ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Qualifications Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications: - Strong technical foundation in system architecture, large-scale systems, distributed architecture. - Artificial Intelligence (AI ...
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San Francisco, CA · Remote
Qualifications Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications: - Strong technical foundation in system architecture, large-scale systems, distributed architecture. - Artificial Intelligence (AI ...
About Client Client is a venture-backed leader in biometric security, headquartered in Cupertino ... This is a builder CTO role for a systems-level leader who can architect, scale, and ship deeply ...
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About Client Client is a venture-backed leader in biometric security, headquartered in Cupertino ... This is a builder CTO role for a systems-level leader who can architect, scale, and ship deeply ...
$250K - $375K/yr
The Opportunity Postman is a rapidly growing Series D funded startup that specializes in providing ... We are currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Field CTO to join our team, reporting to ...
$250K - $375K/yr
The Opportunity Postman is a rapidly growing Series D funded startup that specializes in providing ... We are currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Field CTO to join our team, reporting to ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
Using an active and practical approach, the CTO will direct all employees globally to attain the company's strategic goals established in the company's strategic plan aligned with and in partnership ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
Using an active and practical approach, the CTO will direct all employees globally to attain the company's strategic goals established in the company's strategic plan aligned with and in partnership ...
... startup building a category-defining platform designed to reshape how businesses operate in a ... Job Summary We're seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) / Founding Engineer to lead the company ...
... startup building a category-defining platform designed to reshape how businesses operate in a ... Job Summary We're seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) / Founding Engineer to lead the company ...
... startup building a category-defining platform designed to reshape how businesses operate in a ... Job Summary We're seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) / Founding Engineer to lead the company ...
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... startup building a category-defining platform designed to reshape how businesses operate in a ... Job Summary We're seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) / Founding Engineer to lead the company ...
... startup building a category-defining platform designed to reshape how businesses operate in a ... Job Summary We're seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) / Founding Engineer to lead the company ...
... startup building a category-defining platform designed to reshape how businesses operate in a ... Job Summary We're seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) / Founding Engineer to lead the company ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$200 - $300/hr
Using an active and practical approach, the CTO will direct all employees globally to attain the company's strategic goals established in the company's strategic plan aligned with and in partnership ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$200 - $300/hr
Using an active and practical approach, the CTO will direct all employees globally to attain the company's strategic goals established in the company's strategic plan aligned with and in partnership ...
Using an active and practical approach, the CTO will direct all employees globally to attain the company's strategic goals established in the company's strategic plan aligned with and in partnership ...
Using an active and practical approach, the CTO will direct all employees globally to attain the company's strategic goals established in the company's strategic plan aligned with and in partnership ...
About Client Client is a venture-backed leader in biometric security, headquartered in Cupertino ... This is a builder CTO role for a systems-level leader who can architect, scale, and ship deeply ...
About Client Client is a venture-backed leader in biometric security, headquartered in Cupertino ... This is a builder CTO role for a systems-level leader who can architect, scale, and ship deeply ...
Thousand Oaks, CA · On-site
$175 - $250/hr
At least 8 years experience as a CTO, VP Engineering, or senior technical leader in a scaling startup or growth‑stage company * Proven track record of scaling an existing product/platform, not just ...
Thousand Oaks, CA · On-site
$175 - $250/hr
At least 8 years experience as a CTO, VP Engineering, or senior technical leader in a scaling startup or growth‑stage company * Proven track record of scaling an existing product/platform, not just ...
Guerneville, CA · On-site
$230K - $290K/yr
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on CTO to modernize our technology stack--from legacy 2000s ... The role requires deep expertise in enterprise systems and the ability to bridge legacy ...
Guerneville, CA · On-site
$230K - $290K/yr
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on CTO to modernize our technology stack--from legacy 2000s ... The role requires deep expertise in enterprise systems and the ability to bridge legacy ...
Petaluma, CA · On-site
$180 - $280/hr
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for ensuring that PHC's technology environment ... Support data availability and system reliability, in coordination with informatics and ...
Petaluma, CA · On-site
$180 - $280/hr
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for ensuring that PHC's technology environment ... Support data availability and system reliability, in coordination with informatics and ...
Our clients range in size from 10 to more than 100,000 employees and represent a cross-section of ... Chief Technology Officer or CTO Location: Mountain View, CA Job Type: Permanent MUST HAVES: 15 ...
Our clients range in size from 10 to more than 100,000 employees and represent a cross-section of ... Chief Technology Officer or CTO Location: Mountain View, CA Job Type: Permanent MUST HAVES: 15 ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$250K - $375K/yr
The Opportunity Postman is a rapidly growing Series D funded startup that specializes in providing ... We are currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Field CTO to join our team, reporting to ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$250K - $375K/yr
The Opportunity Postman is a rapidly growing Series D funded startup that specializes in providing ... We are currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Field CTO to join our team, reporting to ...
Petaluma, CA · On-site
$254K - $325K/yr
Petaluma Health Center's mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in ... The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for ensuring that PHC's technology environment ...
Petaluma, CA · On-site
$254K - $325K/yr
Petaluma Health Center's mission is to provide high quality health care with access for all in ... The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for ensuring that PHC's technology environment ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
We are looking for a Chief Technology Officer with 7+ years of experience to serve as the senior ... We are looking for someone equally comfortable in the boardroom and hands-on keyboard, who will own ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
We are looking for a Chief Technology Officer with 7+ years of experience to serve as the senior ... We are looking for someone equally comfortable in the boardroom and hands-on keyboard, who will own ...
Walnut, CA · On-site
$180 - $260/hr
This position provides leadership in the planning, governance, security, and continuous improvement ... Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program (CTOM) certification or equivalent leadership-focused ...
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Walnut, CA · On-site
$180 - $260/hr
This position provides leadership in the planning, governance, security, and continuous improvement ... Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program (CTOM) certification or equivalent leadership-focused ...
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| Aspect | Cto In Startup | Product Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Oversees technology strategy, infrastructure, and development | Manages product lifecycle, features, and user experience |
| Required Skills | Technical expertise, leadership, strategic planning | Market research, user focus, project management |
| Work Environment | Tech teams, engineering departments, startup setting | Cross-functional teams, marketing, design, engineering |
| Industry Usage | Common in tech startups, early-stage companies | Widely used across tech, SaaS, and product-driven companies |
The main difference is that a Cto In Startup focuses on technology strategy and infrastructure, while a Product Manager concentrates on product development and user experience. Both roles require collaboration with technical teams, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.
San Francisco, CA • Remote
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO
Posted 14 days ago
Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Required, Work From Home
We are looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) who can think clearly about systems, make strong technical decisions, and help build the engineering organization from the ground up. The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will be part of founding team to shape the technical direction of the company, while helping build a strong engineering team across the globe. This position is 100% Remote.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Responsibilities:
Technical Direction:
- Define the long-term architecture for AI systems, infrastructure, and developer platform.
- Evaluate trade-offs between speed of iteration and long-term system design.
- Ensure systems are designed for scalability, reliability, and long-term evolution.
- Guide key decisions across model integration, data pipelines, distributed systems, and product architecture.
Engineering Leadership:
- Work with engineers to translate product direction into clear technical execution.
- Help structure engineering workstreams and keep teams aligned on priorities.
- Maintain high engineering standards while keeping the team focused on shipping.
- Establish engineering culture, development practices, and technical standards across the company.
Building the Team:
- Build and scale a world-class engineering team across key talent hubs including China and US.
- Identify strong technical leaders and help build a high-quality engineering organization.
- Define hiring standards and interview processes to maintain a high engineering bar.
Coordination and Execution:
- Work closely with product, research, and leadership teams.
- Ensure technical workstreams move forward smoothly across teams and locations.
- Help resolve cross-team technical and execution challenges.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications:
- Strong technical foundation in system architecture, large-scale systems, distributed architecture.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) experience required.
- Ability to reason clearly about complex systems and make pragmatic technical decisions.
- Experience building or leading high-performing engineering teams.
- Strong judgment on technical trade-offs and engineering priorities.
- Comfortable operating in early-stage environments with high ambiguity.
- Clear communication and ability to align teams.
- We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy building teams, superior products and shaping engineering organizations.
Benefits include medical insurance, Dental, Vision, Savings Plan Options, PTO, etc.
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Naperville, IL, US
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