Chief of Staff

Position: Chief of Staff
Location: Remote
Salary: $150,000-350,000 USD
Shift: 9am-5pm (Need to be within a 3HR time frame of EST timezone)Join our clients team as the Chief of Staff, where you'll work directly with the CTO to streamline organizational processes, reduce friction, and simplify complexities. You'll be instrumental in communicating the CTO's technical vision and strategic initiatives. This opportunity is perfect for an experienced professional looking to work closely with our clients CTO and executive team. Your responsibilities will include providing high-level support to the CTO, optimizing workflows, and ensuring smooth communication and collaboration across the organization.

This role offers a unique chance to significantly impact our clients growth and success. If you're a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for technology and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning:  Collaborate with the CTO to define and execute the company's technical strategy, including product development, technology investments, and innovation initiatives.
• Project Management:  Oversee key projects, ensuring they are aligned with company goals, and manage project timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Communication Facilitation : Act as a bridge between the CTO and other departments as well as key partners and vendors; ensuring that information flows efficiently, decisions are communicated effectively, and cross-functional teams collaborate seamlessly.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, emerging technologies, and opportunities that can enhance the company's technical capabilities.
• Executive Support:  Provide high-level administrative support to the CTO, including meeting preparation, and prioritizing tasks to maximize their productivity.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with external partners, investors, and key stakeholders to support the company's growth and strategic objectives.
• Policy & Compliance Development: Assist in the development and implementation of company-wide policies and procedures related to technology, data security, and compliance. Proactively work with auditors and industry regulators.

Must haves: 

• 3+ years of experience in a technology leadership role, such as a software engineer, software architect, or technical project manager.
• Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and managing complex projects.
• Experience working in a start up or fast-growing technology company
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies 
• Experience or passion for financial markets
• Managing vendors and organizational budgeting
• Experience sourcing, hiring, recruiting technical talent 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a startup or fast-growing technology company.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies
• Experience or passion for financial markets
• Managing vendors and organizational budgeting
• Experience sourcing, hiring, recruiting technical talent
• Previous experience in a Chief of Staff role in a technology-focused organization or experience years of experience in similar strategic role

Skills:

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and team management experience.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software development methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to translate technical concepts into business strategies.
• Strong software engineering experience and architecture experience.
• Strong familiarity with the software development life cycle
• SQL or relational database skills
• Experience with major cloud platforms and spend optimization
• Ability to build strategic reports and real time dashboards