CTO / Robotics (m/f/d)

As a CTO / Robotics at our portfolio company, you will be responsible for leading the technology division, shaping and executing the technology strategy across software, hardware, and system integration. Your role will involve overseeing the development of autonomy systems, managing both internal teams and external partnerships, and ensuring alignment of technology initiatives with the company’s strategic goals.

To be considered for the CTO / Robotics position, you should have over 8 years of senior technology leadership experience, ideally in roles like CTO or VP of Engineering. A strong background in software development, autonomy, sensor integration, and real-time systems is essential, along with an advanced degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

As a CTO / Robotics, your leadership will be crucial in developing and implementing the technology roadmap that supports company growth. You'll drive technological innovation and ensure that the technology aligns with business objectives, translating complex technological solutions into effective business strategies.

The company culture for the CTO / Robotics role is designed to be inspiring, creative, and multicultural, where each individual is valued. You'll find a transparent corporate culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and regular team events to build strong relationships within the team.

As the CTO / Robotics, you’ll contribute to long-term strategic planning by translating company objectives into actionable technical milestones. You'll help determine R&D investments and guide technological innovations while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

In answering this question, highlight specific instances where you successfully built or managed a tech team. Provide details on team size, specific projects completed, leadership strategies, and how you fostered an innovative environment.

Discuss your strategic planning process for creating a technology roadmap. Include steps like assessing current technologies, aligning with business goals, prioritizing initiatives, and incorporating feedback from stakeholders.

Talk about your experience in crafting and enforcing cybersecurity strategies. Explain how you assess risks, implement security protocols, train your team, and collaborate with other departments to ensure comprehensive protection.

Share examples of past projects involving sensor integration and autonomy systems, detailing the challenges faced, technologies used, and the successful outcomes achieved, demonstrating your expertise in this field.

Explain your methods for maintaining alignment, such as regular cross-department meetings, setting up KPIs, and adjusting technology strategies based on evolving business needs.

Provide a detailed narrative of a specific challenge you encountered, the steps taken to resolve it, and the impact of the solution on the company’s success, demonstrating your problem-solving skills.

Discuss your familiarity with agile practices, giving examples of projects where you've implemented agile methodologies. Highlight how it improved team efficiency and product delivery.

Describe your experience managing budgets and allocating resources, explaining how you prioritize projects, monitor expenditures, and adjust as necessary to meet strategic commitments.

Talk about specific approaches you've used to create an innovative culture, such as encouraging brainstorming sessions, allowing time for exploration of new ideas, and recognizing creative contributions.

Discuss your methods for staying informed about technological advancements, such as attending conferences, subscribing to industry publications, and participating in professional networks, demonstrating your commitment to continuous learning.