WineFetch · 1 day ago
CTO
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expWineFetch is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) who will be responsible for managing a technical team and overseeing the company’s production infrastructure. The CTO will define and execute the company’s Artificial Intelligence strategy, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiency through innovative technology solutions.
E-CommerceMarketing AutomationRetailRetail TechnologyWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Inspire a talented team, foster a culture of innovation, and guiding the team towards achieving technological excellence that aligns with business goals
Directly engage hands-on in the code and R&D processes to provide a clear vision and strategy for the organization including reviewing and guiding AI/ML architectures, model integration, and production deployment patterns. Lead efforts to optimize technology solutions for scalability, performance, and reliability
Implement and oversee clear processes, day-to-day workflows, annual development plans, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives and commitment to delivering innovative solutions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing processes and tools to enhance overall technology efficiency
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends within the payments space, proposing innovative solutions to enhance organizational capabilities
Work closely with different departments to integrate customer feedback into development strategies, maintaining a customer-centric approach in all innovations
Navigate through technological and business challenges, making informed decisions that balance innovation and risk
Participate in the recruitment process to build a capable, diverse team, enhancing the company's technological capabilities
Work closely with senior leadership to manage the R&D budget to maximize efficiency, growth, and profitability
Articulate complex technical strategies to senior leadership and various stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding across all levels of the organization
Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner. Champion continuous improvement and learning, keeping abreast of technological advancements and industry trends
Cultivate a supportive environment that encourages learning, resilience, and growth among team members
Lead the implementation of AI-enabled features (e.g., intelligent routing, anomaly detection, reconciliation automation, LLM-based support tools) while ensuring explainability, auditability, and compliance
Oversee the data foundation required for AI success (data quality, pipelines, observability, access controls)
Qualification
Required
10+ years in application development (Java)
5+ years in AWS cloud hosting
5+ years in payment processing
5+ years in managerial roles
Proficiency in Postgres, Agile, SDLC, git code management (GitHub a plus)
Understand PCI 4.0 compliance requirements and provide leadership during annual audits
Exceptional communication skills with a knack for making complex technical concepts understandable for diverse audiences
Experience in setting and managing KPIs, SLAs, and metrics for mission critical payment websites
Preferred
Knowledge in Microservices, Docker Containers, alternate databases (Aurora, Postgres, Redshift, ElasticSearch, Redis), CI/CD Pipelines, CDK, and Linux
Experience in leading and adapting to organizational changes
Benefits
Competitive Salary and Bonus Plan
CSI Equity plan
401K
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
15 days of vacation / paid time off, increases each year
Company
WineFetch
WineFetch is an e-commerce and marketing platform for the retail wine and spirits industry
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-03-15Acquired
Leadership Team
Matthew R.
Chief Revenue Officer
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