SignalFire
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - VC Backed Startups
SignalFire, New York, New York, us, 10261
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - VC Backed Startups
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Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - VC Backed Startups
role at
SignalFire
This range is provided by SignalFire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $400,000.00/yr
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?
✔ 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.
Compensation Range $200,000 - $400,000
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full-time
Job function Information Technology
Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - VC Backed Startups
role at
SignalFire
This range is provided by SignalFire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $400,000.00/yr
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?
✔ 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.
Compensation Range $200,000 - $400,000
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full-time
Job function Information Technology
Industries Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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