IoTwin is a dynamic U.S. based startup revolutionizing facility management, security, real estate, and insurance through a proprietary real-time 3D digital twin platform. By integrating AI, IoT devices, and advanced security sensors with immersive visualization technology, we provide unprecedented situational awareness, operational efficiency, and predictive capabilities to our clients.
Our mission is to make digital twin technology accessible to the small and mid-market segments, empowering organizations to optimize their physical environments through dynamic virtual representations. As we approach a crucial growth phase, we seek an experienced and visionary CTO to spearhead our technological innovation and market expansion.
Position Impact
As CTO, you will drive IoTwin's technological vision during a pivotal growth stage, taking ownership of our digital twin platform architecture and development roadmap. Your leadership will directly influence our ability to deliver transformative solutions to clients while positioning IoTwin as a pioneer in innovative digital twin technology and safety.
This opportunity offers significant equity participation with a clear path to competitive salary compensation following our upcoming funding round. You'll join a passionate team committed to solving complex challenges through innovative technology solutions. Cultural fit, visionary leadership, and strong communication are essential keys for success in this role at this stage.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Technology Leadership
o Develop and execute a technology roadmap that aligns with IoTwin's business plan and SaaS model, ensuring high-quality architecture, scalability, and reliability.
Lead technology investment decisions with clear ROI frameworks that align with business objectives and partnerships.
Collaborate with the executive team and stakeholders to discuss technical strategies and product visions in technical and lay terms.
Present compelling technology visions and roadmaps to investors, partners, and stakeholders clearly and confidently.
Product Development & Real-Time 3D Platforms
o Implement best security practices for data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
Drive the evolution of IoTwin's digital twin platform from concept to market-ready solutions, that demonstrate commercial value to investors and clients.
o Design and oversee the integration of real-time data streams, AI/ML capabilities, and visualization technologies that can handle analytics at scale.
Leverage NVIDIA Omniverse and similar platforms (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) to enrich IoTwin’s product offerings with cutting-edge visualization and advanced simulation capabilities.
Team Building and Leadership
Build, mentor, and manage high-performing technical teams, May include internal/external developers, partners, and interns.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement through Agile and DevOps practices (e.g., automating tasks, implementing continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) to streamline software development and deployment).
Provide technical training for the technical team and stakeholders on core and new technologies.
Qualifications
10+ years in progressive senior technology roles, ideally with experience in larger corporations demonstrating commercial success or significant exits.
Demonstrated history of developing and scaling SaaS products and development teams.
Technical Proficiency
Extensive experience with SaaS architectures, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), AI, IoT infrastructure, cybersecurity best practices, and compliance requirements.
Experience in Python, HTML, JavaScript, and other relevant languages and frameworks.
Technology Stack (see appendix at end for definitions):
Digital Twin/Visualization: NVIDIA Omniverse, Unity, Unreal Engine
IoT Connectivity/Sensors: LiDAR, BLE, UWB, RFID, LoRaWAN
AI & ML: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Real-time Analytics
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes
Programming: Python, RESTful APIs, SDKs, GitHub
Real-time Data Management: Kafka, Kinesis, InfluxDB
Cybersecurity: NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR
Building Automation: BMS, BACnet, Modbus
DevOps: Jenkins, Terraform, Agile, Trello
IoT Sensors & Security Devices: Environmental, Occupancy, and Auditory/Visual sensors (LiDAR, BLE, UWB, RFID).
Familiarity with BMS (building management systems), access control, telephony, audio/video systems, facility management, inventory, helpdesk, and emergency response planning software and systems.
Experience handling real-time data and ownership (e.g., GDPR, SOC2, HIPAA, ISO standards) and regulatory compliance.
People Skills
Adaptable and comfortable working in a startup environment with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and navigating the uncertainties and evolving requirements.
Demonstrated ability to hire, develop, and lead diverse technical teams, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven track record of investor, board of director, or stakeholder engagement, presenting complex technical strategies and product visions effectively to both technically savvy and non-technical audiences.
A strong team player that inspires and works effectively in cross-functional teams with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Education & Certifications
Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Relevant certifications that demonstrate expertise in cloud platforms, security, or development methodologies are valuable, such as:
Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect)
Security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, CISM)
Project/product management certifications (PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP)
*Note: This role is initially equity-based, reflecting our startup status and funding stage. Upon successful fundraising (targeted within 6 months), this position will transition to include a competitive salary component commensurate with experience and market standards.
- Appendix:
- · Digital Twin and Visualization Platforms:
- o NVIDIA Omniverse
- o Unity Reflect
- o Unreal Engine (Twinmotion)
- · Internet of Things (IoT) Technologies:
- o LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)
- o BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy)
- o UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
- o RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)
- o LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network)
- o Zigbee and Z-Wave (Wireless Sensor Networks)
- · Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning:
- o Machine Learning algorithms & frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
- o Predictive Analytics and Anomaly Detection
- o Real-time analytics and data processing (Apache Spark, Kafka)
- · Cloud Computing & Infrastructure:
- o Cloud Services: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- o Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
- o Serverless Computing: AWS Lambda, Azure Functions
- · Data Management & Real-time Processing:
- o Real-time data platforms (Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis)
- o Time-series databases (InfluxDB, TimescaleDB)
- o Relational and NoSQL Databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
- · Cybersecurity & Compliance:
- o Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2)
- o Data Privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA)
- o End-to-end Encryption and Secure data transmission
- · Building Management and Automation Systems:
- o BMS (Building Management Systems)
- o Building automation protocols (BACnet, Modbus, KNX)pond directly to this post here on LI.
