Chief Technology Officer

Dataforest is looking for a CTO for an outsourcing company, who can own the technical direction across multiple client projects.
This role is about architecture, technical decision-making, and leadership — working closely with delivery, presales, and clients to design scalable, reliable solutions.

You’ll influence technology choices, shape engineering standards, support presale activities, and help teams deliver high-quality backend and data-driven systems, with optional involvement in AI / GenAI initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the technical vision and architecture
• Make key decisions around backend (Python / Django) and data platforms
• Design and oversee data pipelines and data architecture
• Scale systems, engineering processes, and the team
• Provide technical leadership: mentoring, reviews, and best practices
• Participation in presale and architectural decision-making
   

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with Django / Python
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in Data Engineering
• Experience building or integrating AI / GenAI solutions
• Experience in a technical leadership role (CTO, Tech Lead, Architect, Senior Engineer)
• Strong understanding of backend and data system design
• Ability to translate business goals into technical solutions
• Experience working in an outsourcing company
• English level: Upper-Intermediate or higher
   

Technical stack (expected expertise)

• Backend: Python, Django, Django REST Framework, Celery
• Frontend: React, React Native, Next.js
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL; understanding of NoSQL
• Data Engineering: SQL, ETL/ELT pipelines, data modeling, DWH concepts
• Data Tools: Airflow / Prefect / similar orchestration tools
• Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, CI/CD, Azure/GCP -optional
• APIs & Integration: REST, async processing, message queues (Kafka / RabbitMQ — plus)
• Payment system: Stripe, Shopify, Recurly, Paypal or Braintree

• AI & GenAI: LLMs (GPT, OpenAI API or similar), LangChain, RAG - optional

   

  We Offer:

• Great networking opportunities with international clients, challenging tasks;
• Building interesting projects from scratch using new technologies;
• Personal and professional development opportunities;
• Competitive salary nominated in USD;
• Paid vacation and sick leaves;
• Flexible work schedule;
• Friendly working environment with minimal hierarchy;
• Team building activities, corporate events.