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SalaryAre you ready to be a big part of something big?
At Trader Interactive, we make buying and selling a great experience. We’re a group of go-getters who decided they didn’t want to settle for the status quo. We come together as one team to build value and drive innovation across our industries - but we have fun while we do it and make sure our people are always our #1 priority.
When it comes to your career, we want to provide big opportunities to help you make a big impact. But for this to be possible, we strive to feel small. Small enough to quickly change tack, small enough to learn from different teams and small enough to connect authentically with leadership.
And one of the best parts? We give you the freedom to work from whatever working location works best for you and your lifestyle - yes, this means you can be 100% remote if you want to be!
What We Offer
An inclusive and supportive work environment where you can move your career forward and will have the chance to do work that has real, significant impact on the world.
The opportunity to be a part of a global group of digital marketplace businesses (CAR Group) located across Australia, Brazil, Chile and South Korea - collectively we have around 1,800 team members worldwide, and our Global Talent Exchange Program means you might just find yourself working in one of those businesses sometime soon.
Plenty of flexible leave options and employee benefits including unlimited paid time off, continuing education with access to LinkedIn Learning, a full benefits package including medical, dental & vision, 401K with company match, and wellness program.
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will serve as a key member of our executive leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO. The CTO will be responsible for leading our Engineering team and partnering closely with the Chief Product Officer to shape and execute our product strategy and roadmap. The ideal candidate is a dynamic technology leader with a proven track record of innovation and delivery in a cloud native organization.
What You'll Do
1. Technology Strategy and Leadership:
Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to develop and communicate the company's technology vision and strategy.
Lead the Engineering function, including software development, architecture, cloud and IT operations, and business systems.
Drive innovation and the adoption of emerging technologies to maintain our competitive edge.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the Engineering team.
2. Product Strategy Execution:
Partner closely with the CPO to translate the product strategy into actionable technical plans and initiatives and deliver on these through best agile practices .
Ensure the alignment of technology initiatives with business objectives.
Oversee the development and delivery of high-quality, scalable, and innovative products and solutions.
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver on the product roadmap.
3. Technical Excellence:
Stay updated on industry trends and advancements to guide technology decisions.
Champion best practices in software development, security, and data management.
Drive the adoption of agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.
Maintain a focus on scalability, reliability, and user experience in all technical solutions.
3. Collaboration with Marketing and Sales:
Work closely with the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chief Sales Officer (CSO) to understand market trends and customer needs, ensuring that technology solutions align with customer expectations.
4. Talent Management:
Recruit, mentor, and develop top engineering talent.
Build and maintain a high-performance, collaborative Engineering team.
Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback.
Create a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
5. Budget Management:
Manage the Engineering budget, including resource allocation and cost control.
Ensure cost-effectiveness in technology investments and procurement.
Report on key financial metrics and forecasts to the executive team.
6. Global Team Collaboration
Collaborate with the Chief Information Officer for CAR Group and counterparts in other businesses within CAR Group to align technology strategies and foster cross-functional innovation, product utilization and knowledge sharing.
Participate, and at times lead and facilitate, regular meetings, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions with technology leaders across the global team to promote synergy and collaboration, ensuring that technology initiatives support the overall business goals of CAR Group.
Drive the development and implementation of standardized technology processes, best practices, and governance frameworks that can be adopted across the Car Group's various businesses, promoting efficiency and consistency in technology operations.
Act as a liaison between the technology teams of different CAR Group businesses, advocating for the sharing of resources, expertise, and technologies to maximize cost-effectiveness and accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions for the group as a whole.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (MBA a plus).
Proven experience as a CTO, VP of Engineering, or a similar leadership role.
Strong technical expertise and a track record of successful technology leadership.
Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Passion for innovation and staying at the forefront of technology trends.
So come and join our team - because every role is a big role in our plans to go big.
TI proudly supports a diverse workforce, and we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. Trader Interactive is an equal opportunity employer where hiring is based entirely on business needs, job requirements, and individual merit.
