Fractional Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

The client is seeking a visionary and hands-on Fractional CTO to take complete ownership of our technology roadmap and align it with our business strategy. You will be the strategic technical leader, responsible for building robust platforms, leading cross-border engineering teams, and driving innovation in AI and Health Tech.

This role is ideal for a seasoned technology leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage end-to-end SDLC, and is not afraid to get their hands dirty with code and architecture when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership & Business Alignment

• Own the Tech Roadmap: Take full charge of the technology vision, strategy, and execution. Ensure the technology roadmap is perfectly aligned with Client business goals and growth trajectory.
• Target Operating Model: Define and implement a robust Target Operating Model (TOM) for the technology function, establishing best-in-class processes, workflows, and governance.
• Cost Optimization: Manage the technology budget effectively, ensuring optimal cost management without compromising on quality or scalability.
• Client Interface: Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients. Deeply understand client needs and translate them into product features and technical solutions.

2. AI & Product Innovation

• AI & Agentic Technologies: Lead the adoption and implementation of cutting-edge AI technologies, with a specific focus on Agentic AI to automate workflows and enhance product capabilities.
• Platform & Product Building: Oversee the end-to-end development of scalable platforms and products. Ensure the architecture supports high availability, security, and performance.
• Health Tech Domain: Leverage prior experience in Health Tech to navigate regulatory landscapes, data privacy (HIPAA/GDPR), and integration with healthcare ecosystems.

3. Engineering & Team Management

• Cross-Border Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a distributed engineering team across India, Vietnam, and Singapore.
• End-to-End SDLC: Oversee the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from ideation to deployment and maintenance. Implement agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• IP Management: Establish and manage Intellectual Property (IP) strategies, ensuring the protection of proprietary technology and code.
• Hands-On Execution: Be a hands-on leader. Conduct code reviews, debug critical issues, and guide the team on technical architecture and best practices.

Must-Have Requirements:

• Experience: 15–18 years of total experience, with a proven track record as a CTO, VP of Engineering, or Head of Technology (Fractional or Full-Time).
• AI Expertise: Strong technical proficiency in AI technologies, particularly Agentic AI, LLMs, and automation.
• SDLC Mastery: Deep understanding of end-to-end software development lifecycles, modern tech stacks, and enterprise solutions.
• Leadership: Experience managing and scaling remote engineering teams across multiple geographies (India, Vietnam, Singapore).
• Domain Knowledge: Prior experience in the Health Tech industry is highly desirable.
• Mindset: Hands-on, results-driven, and entrepreneurial. You must be willing to take charge and execute.
• Location: Based in India (Remote).