Chief Technology Officer

The Client has been servicing technology solutions to the New York City real estate industry for over a quarter of a century. undefined As there is no widely accepted MLS in the Manhattan real estate industry, the Client’s application environment is the system that transmits up to the minute inventory from one firm to another.  This system has grown from 10 firms and 300 listings exchanged daily to close to 500 firms and approximately 10,000 listings exchanged daily in accordance with REBNY's RLS guidelines.

The Client supports a full service listings system application which is in use by approximately 300 firms.  Their products include but are not limited to the full service listing application supporting both the agent end user and data entry, a mobile listings application, a variety of listing feeds, off the shelf and customized VOW options, and marketing services which consist of custom brochures, an interface with the New York Times' Ad times 2000 and a proprietary advertising tool known as Premium Marketing Opportunity (PMO).  The Client has a long standing history of successful data conversions, integrations, and development of customized business solutions.

There is sophisticated web-application that allows a New-York realestate agent to find the right properties available for sale, rent, etc. and generate various reports for the agent's clients.

We have built a dynamic team of 45 members from NY, Latin America, and Ukraine, and we're not stopping there.

Currently, our diverse and friendly team includes Full Stack .Net developers, Frontend developers, QAs, DBAs, Researchers, BAs, and Designers.

• Interview process that respects people and their time
• Professional and open IT community
• Internal meet-ups and resources for knowledge sharing
• Time for recovery and relaxation
• Bright online and offline events
• Opportunity to become part of our internal volunteer community

1. Technical Strategy and Vision:
   - Develop and execute a technology roadmap aligned with the company's business goals and market trends
   - Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
   - Vet and validate technical approaches, estimates, and timeframes, ensuring alignment with business priorities
2. Software Development Oversight:
   - Ensure the delivery of high-quality software products from concept to launch, meeting all technical and business requirements
   - Utilize modern programming languages and technologies (e.g., JavaScript, .Net C#) to drive development projects
   - Leverage cloud platforms (Azure) and infrastructure for scalable and efficient solutions
3. Product Development and User Experience:
   - Collaborate with product teams to design and develop user-centric software applications, incorporating UX and UI design principles
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   - Work closely with other management representatives to align technology strategies with overall business objectives
   - Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of technical decisions and their impact
5. Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:
   - Analyze and address complex technical challenges with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
   - Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues and ensure project success
6. Business and Industry Acumen:
   - Understand business operations and how technology can drive business objectives and competitive advantage
7. Adaptability and Continuous Improvement:
   - Adapt to changing business needs and priorities, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
   - Drive process improvements and innovation, continually seeking ways to enhance productivity and efficiency
8. Compliance and Quality Assurance:
   - Ensure all software products comply with industry standards and regulations
   - Oversee quality assurance processes to deliver reliable and high-performing software solutions

1. Educational Background:
   - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
   - A master's degree in a relevant field is a plus
2. Experience:
   - Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role. Preferably at least 2 years’ experience on CTO position for a software product company
   - Experience in executing software product development strategy for software platforms and applications, understanding future market trends and the implications for those products, what will change in the competitive landscape, areas for future growth opportunities, and potential disruptions to the current business model
   - Experience in the real estate technology industry or related fields is a plus
   - Proven track record of leading successful software development projects from concept to launch
3. Technical Expertise:
   - Deep understanding of software development lifecycle and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
   - Experience with modern programming languages and technologies (e.g., JavaScript, .Net C#, etc.)
   - Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure) and infrastructure
   - Knowledge of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning as they pertain to real estate applications
   - Experience with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and delivery
4. Strategic Vision and Innovation:
   - Ability to develop and execute a technology roadmap that aligns with the company's business goals, both as it relates to product development as well as to streamlining internal workflows
   - A forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to stay abreast of emerging trends in technology as well as the real estate market specifically
5. Leadership and Management:
   - Strong experience working with Eastern European development teams totaling 15+ staff analysts, engineers, and testers working in a product development environment across a portfolio of at least 2+ products for the company
   - Ability from a technical perspective to vet technical approaches and their corresponding work efforts estimates and timeframes originating from the development team, and to apply reasonable due diligence to validate these estimates and timeframes within the context of other competing and changing priorities
   - Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
   - Experience in hiring, mentoring, and managing technical staff, including software developers, engineers, and architects
   - Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
6. Product Development:
   - Understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles
   - Familiarity with mobile app development and responsive web design
7. Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:
   - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed decisions under pressure
   - A proactive approach to risk management and the ability to navigate complex challenges
8. Business Acumen:
   - Understanding of business operations and how technology can contribute to business objectives
   - Ability to work closely with other management representatives to align technology strategies with business goals
9. Industry Knowledge (preferably):
   - Familiarity with the real estate market, including industry-specific technologies and trends
   - Understanding of real estate business models and challenges
10. Adaptability:
    - Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and business needs
    - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
11. Language Skills:
    - Advanced English