Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - E-commerce

At DTCjob.com, we're not yet another job board; we're a private community directly connected with over 200 hot DTC e-commerce companies. We're fundamentally working to build in-house teams for these companies by connecting top-tier talent to the right opportunityAs you apply on DTCjob.com, you fill out one simple, one-time application form. From there, our team takes over. We go through your application and, when we feel that you'll be a good fit, we hook you up directly with the company. You won't have to apply again or constantly dig through job postings; we handle everything to make sure your skills are aligned with the best opportunities. This might take from a few hours up to several weeks.While we do not hire directly on behalf of ourselves, we work with leading DTC brands and agencies to ensure you find a position offering growth, job security, and an engaging work environmentRequirementsResponsibilities:• Develop and lead the overall technology strategy for the e-commerce platform, ensuring scalability, security, and high performance.• Oversee the architecture and development of the e-commerce platform, including integrations with payment gateways, CRM, and other third-party services.• Lead and mentor the engineering team, driving innovation, efficiency, and product delivery aligned with business goals.• Collaborate with product, marketing, and customer experience teams to implement features that enhance user experience and increase conversion rates.• Manage cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) to ensure seamless operation, optimal performance, and cost-efficiency.• Implement best practices in e-commerce development, including CI/CD pipelines, A/B testing, and data-driven decision-making.• Ensure data security and compliance with relevant e-commerce regulations (PCI-DSS, GDPR).• Use data analytics to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), customer behavior, and platform performance, leveraging insights to inform technological improvements.• Lead efforts to optimize website speed, mobile responsiveness, and overall user experience (UX) design.• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the technology team.• Develop and manage the technology budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources for maximum business impact.Qualifications• Proven experience as a CTO or in a senior technology leadership role within an e-commerce company.• Strong knowledge of e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce) and technologies such as APIs, microservices, and cloud infrastructure.• Expertise in cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and experience in managing scalable, high-traffic e-commerce platforms.• Strong background in web development, UX/UI design, and e-commerce optimization techniques.• Experience with data analytics, A/B testing, and data-driven decision-making for conversion rate optimization.• Deep understanding of payment gateways, CRM systems, inventory management systems, and e-commerce integrations.• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead technical teams and collaborate with non-technical stakeholders.• Strong understanding of data security, compliance, and privacy regulations related to e-commerce.Preferred Qualifications• Experience in scaling e-commerce platforms in high-growth environments.• Knowledge of machine learning, AI, and personalization techniques for e-commerce optimization.• Previous experience in international e-commerce operations, including multi-currency and multi-language functionality.Benefits• Extensive Network of +200 DTC Brands: Exposure to state-of-the-art strategies, tactics, and processes in the DTC space by our extensive network.• Verified Companies: We verify each of our companies to ensure they are ready for a hire and can provide you with secure and legitimate opportunities.• Secure Payments: We verify all of the payment arrangements through us to be secure so you don't have to risk getting scammed. + The average role we place is 30-40% higher in payments compared to those in the market.• Direct Talent Matching: We handpick the best opportunities according to your profile and directly connect you with companies, cutting down the lengthy process of hunting for a job.• Community & Networking: In placing, you will be part of a very exclusive community that will grant continued access to connections for limitless networking opportunities.• Retention Program: Once placed, we go the extra step in making sure you retain the job and have long-term relationships with our clients for further growth and more.Working with DTCjob.com will be more than just getting a job; it is like landing into an ecosystem that ensures your long-term success in the DTC world