Chief Technology Officer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the leading technical authority to support organizational development.

• Manage the technology and data strategy for a commercial real estate private equity firm with over $1B in assets under management.

• Convert business strategies into actionable technology roadmaps.

• Provide technical expertise on AI projects, architectural choices, build-versus-buy assessments, and implementation.

• Evaluate and enhance data architecture standards across MRI, Argus, and Microsoft platforms.

• Supervise data warehouse projects for organizational analytics and reporting.

• Define primary data sources and the data flow between different platforms.

• Oversee automation of workflows involving both internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead product assessments and advise on integration strategies.

• Direct the creation of customized line-of-business applications and products.

• Implement technology governance, policies, technical standards, access controls, vendor risk management protocols, and protections for personally identifiable information.

• Establish measures for return on investment and success metrics for technology projects.

• Manage the technology budget and oversee vendor contract negotiations.

• Develop a framework for evaluating build-versus-buy decisions.

• Identify workflow inefficiencies that can be resolved through custom tools or automation.

• Enhance and maintain the firm’s cybersecurity posture.

• Coordinate incident response and breach notification preparedness with the Legal team.

• Own SOC 2 readiness and develop the corresponding compliance roadmap.

• Set standards for data access and identity management.

• Report on cybersecurity posture and key risk indicators to company leadership.

• Plan and execute the technology roadmap.

• Recommend both internal and external resources.

• Balance immediate wins with long-term infrastructure investments.

• Update the COO on progress, risks, and resource needs related to the roadmap.

• Serve as a senior technical representative in decisions across departments.

• Mentor and guide internal technology personnel.

• Connect business stakeholders with technical execution.

⛳️ Requirements

• Demonstrated seniority and technical credibility, supported by practical experience.

• Hands-on experience with AI/ML tools, data architecture, and contemporary SaaS integration methodologies.

• High level of emotional intelligence.

• Comfortable taking ownership of a roadmap with genuine accountability.

• Experience in B2B, ERP, or regulated data contexts is highly preferred.

• Willingness and capability to travel to Southern California quarterly for in-person executive meetings.

• Over 10 years of technology leadership experience, including roles such as CTO, VP of Engineering, or equivalent senior positions.

• Proven background as a builder in a product company, delivering software as a CTO or VP of Engineering.

• Established track record of developing and implementing technology roadmaps in mid-market or expanding firms.

• Proven history of building high-performing teams.

• Active engagement as a hands-on AI/ML practitioner.

• Extensive experience with SaaS platform integrations, data architecture, and API-connected environments.

• Previous experience in commercial real estate, proptech, financial services, or other complex data environments is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of CCPA, SEC safeguarding requirements, state breach notification laws, and SOC 2.

• Proven ability to thrive in a principal-led, entrepreneurial organization.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.

• Full-time employee status.

• Occasional on-site visits and travel to CIRE Equity offices and asset locations.

• Professional remote setup optimized for video conferencing and collaborative work.