Job Description: Chief Technology Officer
Company: Sara Software Systems
Location: Remote (may require in-office meetings on an ad hoc basis)
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders (with at least 3 years of residency)
Job Type: W2 Full-Time
Experience Level: Senior Leadership
Position Overview
Sara Software Systems is seeking a highly skilled Chief Technology Officer to lead our technology strategy and execution. As a key member of the executive team, the CTO will drive the technological direction of the company, oversee the development and deployment of cutting-edge solutions, and ensure that technology aligns with our overall business goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the company’s technology strategy in alignment with its business objectives.
- Lead and mentor the engineering and IT teams; foster a culture of innovation, performance, and collaboration.
- Oversee all system design and changes in system architecture.
- Evaluate and implement new systems and infrastructure to improve company performance.
- Manage software development lifecycle, including research, development, implementation, and maintenance.
- Establish technical standards and ensure adherence to them across teams and products.
- Collaborate with product, operations, and business leadership to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
- Stay on top of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to guide the company’s technological future.
- Ensure security, scalability, and sustainability in all technological operations.
- Represent the company in strategic technology partnerships and at industry events.
- Lead solutioning for proposal development.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience as a CTO, VP of Engineering, or in a similar leadership role.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, IT, or technology strategy.
- Strong background in software architecture, systems integration, cloud computing, and product development.
- 10+ years of experience working with Federal government clients
- Hands-on experience with modern tech stacks, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and DevOps practices.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree (MBA or MS in Computer Science or related field).
- Experience scaling technology in a startup or high-growth environment.
- Deep understanding of data security, compliance, and risk management.
- Previous experience working in related work management.
- Familiarity with AI/ML, blockchain, or other emerging technologies.
- Ability to lead and grow teams.
