Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Our client is an innovative deep-tech company building a next-generation privacy and data integrity ecosystem that enables organizations to provably delete data using advanced cryptographic technology. The first product is now being brought to market, transforming cutting-edge cryptographic concepts into a practical B2B solution for companies where data control, compliance, and trust are critical. In parallel, several additional products are already in different stages of development.

This is a rare opportunity for a hands-on CTO to join at a pivotal early stage and work directly with the founders and the chief scientist to define the technical vision, shape the architecture, and lead the transition from research into production-ready products. You will play a key role in building not just a single product, but a broader technology platform that will redefine standards for verifiable data privacy.

Responsibilities:

Define and own the technical product architecture

Translate research and cryptographic IP into usable product features

Lead technical decision-making across development and system design

Align engineering, research, and business priorities into one product direction

Work closely with the developer and chief scientist on implementation

Requirements:

Strong understanding of concepts of identity and privacy

Strong understanding of how the application, buying and usage of third-party products integrates with enterprise systems

Familiarity with cryptography concepts

Strong understanding of what a tech product looks like in a B2B space

Experience with Rust programming language

Strong technical background with experience in system architecture and product development

Ability to translate complex technical research into practical, working products

Strong communication skills and ability to work across technical and non-technical teams, public-speaking skills

Understanding of the market and every new development

Nice-to-have:

Experience with Blockchain and ICP

Background in deep-tech environments

Experience working in small, fast-moving, distributed teams

Prior CTO or equivalent technical leadership role

What we offer:

Opportunity to become CTO of a cutting-edge deep-tech company at an early stage

Chance to build a new category in verifiable data deletion and privacy technology

Fully remote role

Contractor (B2B / invoicing) cooperation model

Market-aligned compensation, depending on location and candidate profile

Equity participation of up to 10%, with potential for higher ownership depending on performance and impact

Hiring process:

Screening interview with Tech Recruitment

Interview with CEO

Interview with COO and the Chief Scientist

Final interview with CEO