- Develop and execute an IT strategy aligned with business objectives to reach £50 million in revenue within five years.
- Drive digital transformation to enhance product offerings, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
- Integrate emerging technologies to support growth and innovation, working closely with the executive team.
- Oversee the design of scalable, secure, and efficient IT infrastructure, including cloud services, cybersecurity, and data management systems.
- Manage technology operations for customer-facing and internal platforms, promoting seamless functionality and efficiency.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing IT team, fostering a collaborative, results-oriented culture.
- Oversee vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality delivery of solutions.
- Partner with the CPO to optimize Agile development and build pipelines.
- Ensure data security, with a focus on UK compliance, particularly in healthcare.
- Manage the IT budget to balance cost-efficiency with technological goals.
- Provide technical leadership in preparing for potential exits, leveraging experience in scaling companies toward acquisition or IPO.Â
- Proven experience with at least 5 years as a CIO, CTO, or senior IT executive in a high-growth, fast-paced SaaS business.
- Understanding of the healthcare or optical industry (or experience in a highly regulated environment).
- Demonstrable success in scaling technology infrastructure and teams to support aggressive growth targets.
- Track record of being involved in growing companies that have successfully achieved an exit (e.g., acquisition) or IPO.
- Expertise in cloud-based technologies, software development life cycles, and cybersecurity practices.
- Track record of leading digital transformation and fostering innovation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a fast-growing company with ambitious goals.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
- Professional growth opportunities as the company expands.