SignalFire
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - VC Backed Startups
SignalFire, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Roles at VC-Backed Startups
At
SignalFire , we partner with
top early-stage startups
that are shaping the future of technology. Our
portfolio
spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. We’re looking to connect with exceptional
Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
who are excited about
leading technology strategy, building high-performing engineering organizations, and driving innovation
at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into
exclusive early-stage opportunities
that may not be publicly listed. This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com. Who Should Join?
We’re looking for technology leaders who are:
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. Passionate about
driving technical vision, innovation, and execution at a startup Experienced in
building and scaling world-class engineering teams and architectures Excited to
partner with founders and executives to shape product and business strategy Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Define and execute
technology strategy, architecture, and product roadmap
Build and scale
engineering teams, hiring and developing top-tier technical talent
Lead
technical innovation, research, and implementation of emerging technologies
Oversee
software development, infrastructure, and scalability for long-term growth
Foster a
culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration
Partner with
investors, board members, and company leadership
to align technology with business goals
Ensure
security, compliance, and risk management best practices
are in place
Manage
technical budgets, resource allocation, and product development cycles
Act as a
key technical spokesperson
for the company with customers, partners, and the press
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many
CTO
roles in our network look for: 12+ years of experience
in software engineering, with
5+ years in technical leadership roles
Proven track record of
scaling technology organizations from early-stage to growth
Experience leading
distributed teams and cross-functional collaboration
Deep expertise in
software architecture, cloud computing, and product development lifecycles
Strong understanding of
venture-backed startup dynamics, fundraising, and investor relations
Ability to
align technology initiatives with business growth, revenue, and market strategy
Experience working with
high-growth technology companies or VC-backed startups
Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks:
JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Node.js, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Spring Boot
Cloud & DevOps:
AWS (EKS, ECS, Lambda), GCP (GKE, Cloud Run), Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Databases & Storage:
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Other Tools:
GraphQL, REST APIs, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future CTO roles in our portfolio.
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At
SignalFire , we partner with
top early-stage startups
that are shaping the future of technology. Our
portfolio
spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. We’re looking to connect with exceptional
Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
who are excited about
leading technology strategy, building high-performing engineering organizations, and driving innovation
at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into
exclusive early-stage opportunities
that may not be publicly listed. This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com. Who Should Join?
We’re looking for technology leaders who are:
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. Passionate about
driving technical vision, innovation, and execution at a startup Experienced in
building and scaling world-class engineering teams and architectures Excited to
partner with founders and executives to shape product and business strategy Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Define and execute
technology strategy, architecture, and product roadmap
Build and scale
engineering teams, hiring and developing top-tier technical talent
Lead
technical innovation, research, and implementation of emerging technologies
Oversee
software development, infrastructure, and scalability for long-term growth
Foster a
culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration
Partner with
investors, board members, and company leadership
to align technology with business goals
Ensure
security, compliance, and risk management best practices
are in place
Manage
technical budgets, resource allocation, and product development cycles
Act as a
key technical spokesperson
for the company with customers, partners, and the press
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many
CTO
roles in our network look for: 12+ years of experience
in software engineering, with
5+ years in technical leadership roles
Proven track record of
scaling technology organizations from early-stage to growth
Experience leading
distributed teams and cross-functional collaboration
Deep expertise in
software architecture, cloud computing, and product development lifecycles
Strong understanding of
venture-backed startup dynamics, fundraising, and investor relations
Ability to
align technology initiatives with business growth, revenue, and market strategy
Experience working with
high-growth technology companies or VC-backed startups
Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks:
JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Node.js, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Spring Boot
Cloud & DevOps:
AWS (EKS, ECS, Lambda), GCP (GKE, Cloud Run), Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Databases & Storage:
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Other Tools:
GraphQL, REST APIs, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future CTO roles in our portfolio.
#J-18808-Ljbffr