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
• Lead and scale the engineering team (up to 50 FTE)
• Drive technical innovation, tool selection, and best practices
• Take full ownership of the technical direction and execution of the entire project, ensuring alignment with business goals and successful delivery
• Participate in high-level client and partner meetings as a technology representative
   

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with Python/ Data Engineering
• 3+ years of experience as CTO/ Technology Director/ Engineering Director/ VP of Engineering
• Experience with cross-functional team up to 50 FTE
• Strong understanding of backend and data system design
• Ability to translate business goals into technical solutions
• Experience building or integrating AI / GenAI solutions
• English level: Upper-Intermediate or higher
• Experience working in an outsourcing company - optional
   

Technical stack (in company)

• Backend: Python, Django, Django REST Framework, Fast API, 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.