Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Lead Digital Transformation and Innovation
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £130,000 base + additional benefits (to be discussed)
Availability: Immediate Start Required
Are you a visionary technology leader ready to drive large-scale transformation? We’re seeking an accomplished Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to spearhead engineering excellence, digital innovation, and agile transformation for a complex and dynamic SaaS environment. This is a rare opportunity to step into a role of immense impact, overseeing cutting-edge technology solutions that redefine customer experiences and business success.
Why This Role?
* Impact at Scale: Lead and manage engineering teams of up to 100 people, delivering critical technology solutions across multiple products.
* Strategic Influence: Define and execute a forward-thinking software engineering strategy, embedding agile, DevOps, and lean methodologies.
* Technology Leadership: Oversee the design and delivery of innovative cloud-based platforms (Azure/AWS), leveraging modern development frameworks such as .Net, Node.js, React.
* Career Growth: Take the next step in your leadership journey with a high-profile role that positions you at the forefront of digital transformation.
* Attractive Package: Competitive salary, performance-related incentives, and excellent benefits.
The Role – What You’ll Do
* Lead Software Engineering Strategy – Shape and drive the technical vision, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
* Agile Transformation – Champion agile and DevOps culture, improving engineering velocity and efficiency.
* Architecture & Cloud Innovation – Oversee the development of scalable, cloud-native applications on Azure/AWS, ensuring resilience and security.
* Team Leadership & Growth – Manage high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
* Technical Debt & Optimisation – Maintain a clear view of technical debt, ensuring its timely remediation to support long-term scalability.
* Stakeholder Collaboration – Work closely with senior business leaders to ensure seamless technology integration and delivery.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven leadership in SaaS software engineering, having managed teams of up to 100 in fast-paced environments.
* A track record of delivering large-scale, high-impact technology projects within Agile, DevOps, and Lean frameworks.
* Deep expertise in modern software development (.Net, Node.js, React) and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS).
* Strong experience in software architecture, CI/CD pipelines, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
* The ability to inspire, mentor, and develop top engineering talent, building a culture of high performance and innovation.
Why Now? Why You? If you are a Technology Director, VP of Engineering, or an experienced CTO, this is your opportunity to take ownership of a transformative technology strategy and make a real impact. You’ll be joining a fast-moving, growth-oriented organisation where innovation and execution go hand in hand.
This role requires immediate availability. If you have the skills, leadership, and drive to take on this challenge, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to be part of a groundbreaking digital transformation journey.
Summary of the Role This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced CTO to lead an enterprise-scale SaaS transformation, drive engineering excellence, and implement cutting-edge digital solutions in a high-impact environment. You’ll oversee a team of up to 100, delivering innovation at scale through Agile, DevOps, and cloud technologies. With a strong focus on software strategy, architecture, and leadership, you’ll shape the future of digital technology for a fast-moving, customer-centric organisation. If you have the vision, expertise, and ability to inspire, this role is your chance to make a lasting impact.
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