Chief Technology Officer

Company Description Smart Industrial IoT Platform is a technology company focused on connecting industrial assets, processes, and data to drive smarter operations and improved performance. The platform enables real-time monitoring, analytics, and automation across manufacturing, logistics, and other industrial environments. By integrating hardware, software, and cloud services, the company helps organizations optimize productivity, reduce downtime, and enhance safety. Smart Industrial IoT Platform values innovation, reliability, and collaboration, creating an environment where technology leaders can shape scalable industrial solutions for global customers. Role Description The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is a full-time, on-site leadership role based in Jiddah, responsible for defining and executing the technology vision of Smart Industrial IoT Platform. The CTO will oversee software development and product engineering teams, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure industrial IoT solutions. Day-to-day responsibilities include setting technical strategy and architecture, guiding platform roadmap, managing complex projects, and aligning technology initiatives with business goals. The role involves close collaboration with executive leadership, product management, operations, and customers to prioritize features, improve system reliability, and drive innovation. The CTO will also build and mentor high-performing technical teams, establish best practices, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Qualifications Strong background in Software Development and Product Development, with experience building and scaling industrial or IoT platforms. Expertise in IT Strategy and Architecture, including cloud-native systems, edge computing, and integration with industrial hardware and data sources. Proven Project Management skills, with a track record of delivering complex, cross-functional technology initiatives on time and within scope. Demonstrated leadership in building, mentoring, and retaining diverse technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. Deep understanding of cybersecurity, data governance, and reliability in industrial environments. Experience collaborating with product, operations, and commercial teams to align technology decisions with business outcomes. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business language. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. Prior experience in industrial automation, manufacturing systems, or IoT platforms is highly beneficial. Show more Show less