Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the build-out of our internal technology function from the ground up. This role is critical in shaping the company’s technical foundation, scaling infrastructure, and driving the development of client-facing products. The CTO will act as a key bridge between technology, business, and customers, ensuring that our solutions are both robust and aligned with market needs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Build and Scale the Technology Team
* Define and execute the strategy to create an internal engineering and product development team
* Transition from external/informal setups to a structured, scalable in-house tech organization
* Recruit, develop, and lead high-performing engineering, product, and infrastructure talent
* Establish engineering culture, ways of working, and technical standards
2. Infrastructure & Architecture Ownership
* Design and oversee a scalable, secure, and resilient technology infrastructure
* Ensure systems are built for growth, performance, and reliability
* Define architectural standards and long-term technical roadmap
* Manage technical debt and drive modernization where needed
3. Product Development (Client-Facing)
* Lead the development of digital products and solutions for clients
* Translate business and client needs into scalable technical solutions
* Oversee full product lifecycle: ideation, development, deployment, and iteration
* Ensure high-quality delivery aligned with client expectations and timelines
4. Direct Client & Business Interaction
* Act as a technical counterpart in key client discussions
* Understand client needs and co-create solutions with commercial teams
* Support pre-sales and solution design from a technical perspective
* Build trusted relationships with strategic clients
5. Technology Strategy & Leadership
* Define the overall technology vision aligned with business strategy
* Partner with leadership team on growth, innovation, and digital transformation
* Drive adoption of best practices in engineering, security, and scalability
Requirements
* Strong track record of building internal tech teams from early stage or transformation environments
* Experience designing and scaling infrastructure and software architecture
* Background in building client-facing digital products or platforms
* Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on when needed
* Strong communication skills and client-facing experience
* Experience in fast-growing, international or consulting/product environments is a plus
Location & Model
* Based in Madrid
* Hybrid working model
What We Offer
* Opportunity to build a technology function from the ground up
* High-impact role with direct exposure to clients and leadership
* Strategic influence on product and company direction
* Fast-paced, international environment with strong growth potential