Chief Technology Officer; CTO

As our CTO you’ll be at the helm of our technical vision; leading the charge in building the tech & infrastructure for products with the potential to improve the lives of billions.

If disrupting markets and shifting culture with products the world has never seen before doesn’t scare you, then read on.

About Us

Working at Hello Innovation is more than just a job. It’s an invitation to reinvent the world as we know it, to go against the grain of what’s possible and to rewrite the rules along the way. Every day we get up and challenge ourselves to solve problems that matter, the problems that impact billions and bring radical change and improvement to humankind.

This may sound like a crazy, lofty goal, but we came from nothing (no investors or debt) and for nearly two decades our products have touched hundreds of millions of people. We’ve proved that industries change, problems are solved and lives are improved when design, technology, and the unexpected collide. And we’re just getting started.

A career at HI isn’t for everyone. We’re an eclectic team of dreamers, creators and doers who are on a mission to bring meaningful innovation to the world. If you’re looking to be inspired, challenged and leave work every day knowing you did the best work of your life, you’ve come to the right place.

About The Job

Our CTO will lead the charge in shaping our technological infrastructure, creating innovative SaaS products, web apps, and leading high-performance engineering and technology teams.

This is not a role for the routine-motivated or the complacent. This is a role for the pioneers, the visionaries, who are not afraid to rethink everything… and aren’t afraid to lead and do.

About You

• You’re a modern-day Mac Gyver. You’ve never met a problem that couldn’t be solved. When others want to run for the hills, you thrive and stop at nothing when others say it can’t be done.
• You get sh
  * t done. You’ve led small, scrappy teams to new levels of performance in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves to get the job done.
• You think in systems. You have the ability to see the big picture, zoom into the details and understand how all of the pieces work together. Your natural knack for connecting the dots helps you integrate complex systems.
• You’re human-centered to the core . You truly understand people’s needs and are fueled by finding new ways to use technology to improve people’s lives.
• You can’t stop thinking about what’s next. You have a deep understanding of current and emerging technologies and a keen insight into how they can be harnessed to redefine the user experience.
• You’re a master of your craft. You know the latest web/app technologies and frameworks inside and out and also have a comprehensive understanding of infrastructure architecture, database systems, and the implementation of scalable solutions.
• You know a thing or two about business. You also have a robust understanding of business strategy, operations and data analytics, coupled with an exceptional ability to inspire and manage high-performing teams, and cultivate interpersonal relationships.
• You’ve mastered the art of communication. You can gracefully break down, solve, and explain even the most complex problems to non-technical audiences.
• This isn’t your first rodeo. You've served as a CTO, CIO, Engineering Leader, or in a similar leadership role within the tech industry and have an impressive record of managing and delivering large-scale software and web projects.

Your Responsibilities

• Drive and oversee the strategy, planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects that push the boundaries of what's possible across our growing portfolio of businesses and products.
• Architect and manage our technical infrastructure; ensuring scalability, optimal performance, and reliability on our path to reach billions.
• Assemble, inspire, and lead exceptional technology and engineering teams that embody our dedication to creating products that set new standards through a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and growth.
• Strategize, direct and manage all engineering and technical decisions across our portfolio of products;…