Job Description
⚡ CTO (5-person engineering team)
💲 Scaling E-Learning Platform (Learner Personalisation)
🌍 Must have a Scottish Address | In Edinburgh Office 2-3x per month
The Company: A cutting-edge digital learning startup is seeking an exceptional Chief Technology Officer to lead its technological vision and drive innovation in educational technology. Combining advanced learning analytics, AI, and personalized learning pathways, this startup aims to transform how young learners engage with lifelong, self-directed learning.
Their Culture: Founded with a passion for empowering learners through technology, this startup combines digital pedagogy, learning analytics, and artificial intelligence to create transformative learning experiences. The engineering team is focused on building scalable, innovative solutions that inspire and enable learners to develop critical skills for the 21st century.
This Role: They're seeking a visionary technology leader who brings exceptional technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of EdTech challenges. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading high-performing engineering teams, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and driving product innovation in mobile or web application development.
Responsibilities:
* Define and execute the company's comprehensive technical strategy
* Drive adoption of emerging technologies, including AI and advanced analytics
* Develop and communicate a forward-thinking technology roadmap
* Collaborate with leadership to align technical capabilities with product strategy
* Implement Agile methodologies to accelerate product development
* Represent the company's technological vision to investors and partners
* Ensure compliance with security and data management standards
Requirements:
* 10+ years of senior software development or technical delivery experience
* Proven leadership in managing Agile teams
* Expert knowledge of cloud-based infrastructure services
* Strong strategic thinking and communication skills
* Deep understanding of scalable mobile and web application architectures
* Experience in AI-first or educational technology platforms preferred
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to revolutionize digital learning for young learners
* Leadership role in a mission-driven, innovative startup
* Chance to shape the future of educational technology
* Competitive compensation
* Collaborative and innovative work environment
* Potential for significant impact in the EdTech sector
🌎 Edinburgh, 2-3x per month
📧 Interested in applying? Please click on the ‘Easy Apply’ button or email me at ben.watts@storm6.io
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