Chief Technology Officer

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

United Kingdom

Contact Name:

Liam McCrory

Contact Email:

lmccrory@space-exec.com

Contact Phone:

+447510132177

Date Published:

26-Sep-2025

Job Title: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Location: Flexible / Remote (with periodic visits to HQ)
Company: Stealth-Mode Quantum Fintech Venture

About Us:
We are a stealth-mode quantum fintech venture, backed by a leading global financial institution, on a mission to transform the future of quantitative analytics. By combining breakthroughs in quantum computing, AI, and machine learning with deep financial domain expertise, we are building next-generation applications that will redefine performance in financial services.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to shape and execute our technical strategy. This is a rare opportunity to lead the technology direction of a high-impact, cutting-edge fintech venture at the intersection of quantum computing, AI, and finance. The CTO will be technology-agnostic, focusing on building scalable, resilient, and innovative platforms while guiding a high-performing engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Define and execute the overall technical strategy aligned with business objectives.

  • Lead architecture and platform design for scalable, high-performance applications.

  • Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies, including quantum computing, AI, and machine learning, to maintain a competitive edge.

  • Recruit, mentor, and manage top-tier engineering talent, building a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

  • Collaborate closely with business, product, and research teams to translate complex financial and technical challenges into actionable solutions.

  • Ensure robust engineering practices, security, and system reliability across all technology platforms.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Proven experience as a senior technical leader (CTO, VP Engineering, Principal Engineer) in fintech, AI, or high-tech ventures.

  • Hands-on experience with modern software engineering practices, full-stack development, cloud-native architectures, and data-intensive platforms.

  • Familiarity with AI/ML, quantum computing, or advanced analytics applied to real-world problems is highly desirable.

  • Demonstrated success in scaling engineering teams and shaping technical strategy in early-stage or high-growth ventures.

  • Strong understanding of financial services systems, quantitative analytics, and data-driven decision-making.

  • Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Why Join Us:
  • Be part of a high-impact, stealth-mode venture at the forefront of quantum and AI-driven fintech innovation.

  • Shape the technical vision and culture from the ground up.

  • Work alongside leading experts in finance, AI, and quantum computing.

  • Opportunity to redefine performance in financial services with cutting-edge technology.

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