Chief Technology Officer

About Monstro

Monstro, headquartered in New York, is an innovative AI-enhanced fintech company redefining personal finance management through a global financial platform. Our platform offers individuals a comprehensive view of their entire financial, legal, and tax life, delivering actionable insights, tailored recommendations, and the ability to take direct action.

For financial institutions, Monstro unlocks unparalleled access to personalized customer data and insights. Leveraging Monstro’s data-driven approach allows institutions to maximize revenue, boost customer retention, and attract new clients while lowering acquisition costs. By efficiently servicing clients across all wealth tiers and providing direct, actionable solutions, Monstro is transforming the financial services landscape.

We are democratizing access to high-quality financial advice, enabling institutions to optimize operations, empower their clients, and achieve measurable growth in an evolving digital economy.

Your Role

We’re looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join Monstro’s executive team and lead our technology strategy and execution from launch to scale. This is a pivotal role requiring a visionary leader with hands-on technical expertise, proven experience driving innovation in fintech or banking technology, and the credibility to engage with global financial institutions.

As CTO, you will play a key role in shaping Monstro’s platform, leveraging cutting-edge AI/ML technologies, and establishing the company as a trusted technology partner in the financial services sector. This is an opportunity to establish and lead a world-class team, build industry-transforming technology, and leave a lasting impact on the future of personal finance.

Responsibilities

• Technology Strategy:

  • Define and own Monstro’s long-term technology vision, aligning it with business objectives and market opportunities.

  • Develop scalable, secure, and innovative technology solutions to support Monstro’s consumer app and institutional platform.

• Hands-On Leadership:

  • Lead by example with hands-on technical contributions when needed, ensuring a deep understanding of Monstro’s technology stack and architecture.

  • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of Monstro’s AI-driven platform, ensuring best-in-class performance and reliability.

• AI/ML Innovation:

  • Drive the integration of advanced AI/ML technologies into Monstro’s Intelligence, creating a platform that delivers actionable insights and transformative solutions for users and financial institutions.

  • Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI/ML and fintech to ensure Monstro remains at the forefront of innovation.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Represent Monstro’s technology vision to bank executives, partners, and investors, building trust and credibility through expertise and experience.

  • Act as a key advisor among the executive team, contributing to high-level strategic decisions.

• Team Building and Leadership:

  • Build, scale, and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

  • Define engineering standards, processes, and best practices to ensure consistent and high-quality output.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience:

  • 15+ years of professional experience in technology, including at least:

    • 5+ years in a C-Suite or VP-level role at modern fintech or banking technology companies (e.g., Plaid, Stripe, Wise, Adyen, SoFi, Revolut, Chime), with a strong reputation and proven success in leveraging technology for growth and transformation.

    • 10+ years of hands-on technical experience, with expertise in system architecture, software engineering, and product development.

• Hands-On Expertise:

  • Proven ability to contribute directly to architecture, system design, and product development alongside technical teams.

  • Exceptional skills in bridging technical implementation with business strategy and goals.

• AI/ML Knowledge:

  • Demonstrated experience in applying AI/ML to financial or consumer platforms, with 3+ years of professional or academic involvement in AI/ML-related initiatives.

Nice to Have:

• Educational Background:

  • Undergraduate or graduate degrees from top-tier institutions in computer science, engineering, or related fields.

• Global Experience:

  • Track record of leading teams or technology initiatives across multiple countries or regions, understanding the complexities of global markets and compliance.

Why Monstro?

• Transformative Opportunity: Be at the forefront of fintech innovation, leading the development of cutting-edge AI-powered technology.

• Credibility and Impact: Build a platform trusted by global financial institutions and accessible to millions of individuals worldwide.

• Collaborative Leadership: Join a highly accomplished executive team with a proven track record of scaling startups to successful exits.

• Ownership and Growth: Earn significant equity in a mission-driven company, shaping the future of personal finance and financial technology.

• Mission-Driven: Help democratize access to high-quality financial advice, empowering individuals and institutions alike.

Apply Today

If you’re a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and a passion for transforming the financial services landscape through AI and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.