Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Swift HR Solutions • Seattle, WA, US

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Swift HR Solutions • Seattle, WA, US

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Confidential SaaS Company | Remote (U.S.-Based)

This is a remote role but must reside within the Pacific Time Zone to support collaboration with core leadership teams.

We're seeking a seasoned technology leader to help a growing SaaS company transform its data platform into its next phase of scale.

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is a key executive leader responsible for setting the technology vision and driving the development, delivery, and scaling of a growing SaaS platform. This role requires a balance of strategic foresight and hands-on leadership to ensure cloud architecture, data infrastructure, and engineering operations are secure, scalable, and compliant within regulated environments.

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a strategic and pragmatic technology leader who can guide both vision and execution. You thrive in dynamic, growth-stage environments where clarity, speed, and collaboration are key. You bring deep technical acumen, business understanding, and the ability to translate complex technology into meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the company's technology vision and roadmap across software, data, DevOps, and AI domains.
Ensure systems, architecture, and infrastructure meet modern standards for scalability, performance, and data protection.
Lead innovation and guide the adoption of emerging technologies that enhance product value and operational efficiency.
Develop and implement the company's AI and data strategy, enabling practical application across products and operations.
Build, mentor, and scale high-performing engineering teams; establish best practices and drive continuous improvement in quality and delivery.
Partner with Product and business leaders to prioritize features, manage technical debt, and align technology decisions with business goals.
Oversee vendor relationships, manage technology budgets, and make strategic buy-versus-build decisions to optimize resources.
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-focused communication for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive technology leadership experience in SaaS or related technology environments.

Proven success leading engineering and cloud architecture initiatives in a high-growth organization.

Strong full-stack background with hands-on familiarity with modern frameworks and development tools.

Cloud expertise (Azure, AWS, or GCP), with a demonstrated ability to build secure, scalable, and compliant SaaS environments.

Experience managing data engineering, AI / ML development, and analytics platforms (e.g., Databricks, Python, SQL).

Track record of building, mentoring, and retaining high-performing engineering teams.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary range of $230,000$260,000, plus annual bonus and equity potential.

100% employer-paid healthcare coverage for employees.

15 days of PTO plus 11 paid holidays annually.

401(k) with company match.

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