Job Title: Strategic CTO or Head of Engineering
About the Role:
We are seeking a visionary and technically skilled leader to drive automation, optimize processes, and scale our business through cutting-edge technology.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Optimization Efforts: Utilize machine learning and data-driven techniques to develop and automate optimization processes.
* Platform Oversight: Maintain and oversee a machine learning-enabled platform.
* Team Collaboration: Ensure seamless collaboration across data engineering, core development, and data science teams.
* Productivity Enhancement: Troubleshoot team productivity and process issues to enhance efficiency.
* Technology Decisions: Make high-impact technology decisions that align with business objectives.
* Team Management: Manage and scale a team of ~25 engineers, fostering a high-performance culture.
* Mentorship and Support: Provide mentorship, career growth, and resource support for the data science team.
Requirements:
* Data Literacy: Strong data and statistical literacy.
* Security Expertise: Understanding of security best practices.
* Leadership Experience: Proven ability to optimize team workflows and troubleshoot productivity challenges.
* Line Management: Excellent leadership and line management experience, with a focus on career development.
* Recruiting and Team Building: Strong experience in recruiting and team building.
* Technical Discussion: Ability to assess and engage in technical discussions, even if not hands-on.
* Machine Learning Familiarity: Familiarity with machine learning principles and applications.
Ideal Background:
* Leadership Experience: Experience leading a team of 25+ engineers.
* Engineering Background: Background as a high-level engineer who may no longer be hands-on but still technically adept.
* Strategic Mindset: Strategic mindset with a history of making impactful technical decisions.
* Data-Driven Industries: Experience in data-driven industries, particularly ad tech, is highly desirable.
The Opportunity:
* Automation Efforts: Spearhead automation efforts to streamline operations and reduce manual workload.
* Self-Service Platform: Lead the transition from a managed service model to a true self-service platform.
* Innovative Culture: Work in a collaborative and low-conflict culture that values innovation and independence.
If you are an experienced technology leader looking to drive innovation and build scalable solutions, apply now to join a company that champions ethical practices and empowers independent publishers.