Chief Technical Officer

**_Join us on the journey to help build the world using applied robotics and AI_**

Novarc Technologies is a full-stack robotics company helping to build the world using applied robotics and AI. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas by the Financial Times for two consecutive years, we are at the epicenter of innovation and global expansion. Join our dynamic team as we extend our reach across four continents, blending pioneering welding technology with a profound global impact. It's a captivating time to be part of our journey - here, you'll do more than just work; you'll be an integral part of a movement shaping the tech-driven future.

**Novarc Technologies** is looking for a **Chief Technology Officer (CTO)**to join our growing team and support the production of our cobots.

**Summary**:As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will be a key executive responsible for the organization's technological vision, encompassing engineering (software and hardware), product development, and research and development (R&D).

This role requires a strategic mindset and strong business acumen to effectively assess both short-term and long-term organizational needs to achieve company objectives. You are expected to stay current with technological trends and possess a comprehensive understanding of diverse business concepts, skillfully balancing immediate demands with long-term goals.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
**Values & Leadership**
- ** Commitment to Core Values**: Embody Novarc’s core values of Hungry, Humble, and Smart in all leadership and decision-making aspects.**Integrity & Trust**: Lead with honesty, transparency, and ethical standards to build team trust.**Clear Communication & Collaboration**: Foster collaboration through clear communication, active listening, and constructive feedback.**Empowerment & Accountability**: Delegate responsibility, set clear goals, and ensure accountability for results.**Coaching & Development**: Prioritize team development by offering guidance and growth opportunities.**Inclusive Leadership**: Champion diversity and ensure all voices are heard and valued.**Innovative Problem Solving**: Drive creative solutions to challenges, balancing immediate needs with long-term goals.**Results-Oriented Leadership**: Focus on achieving excellence and aligning team objectives with company goals.**Empathy & Support**: Show empathy, support your team, and respond thoughtfully to their needs.
- ** Adaptability & Resilience**: Remain flexible and resilient through change, guiding the team with confidence.

**Technical & Operational**
- ** Technology Strategy**: Develop and manage the company's technology strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals.**Resource Management**: Ensure efficient, profitable, and secure use of technological resources.**Trend Monitoring**: Stay current with technology trends and developments, and monitor technology performance metrics.**Research & Development**: Manage the research, development, and deployment of new technologies and improvements, fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.**Communication & Representation**: Communicate technology strategies to partners, investors, and staff, and represent the technology agenda in meetings and hiring decisions.**Budget & External Relations**: Develop and manage technology budgets and business planning, and build and maintain external relationships with technology platforms, partners, and universities.**System Oversight & Collaboration**: Oversee system design and architecture changes, and work closely with Product, Marketing, Sales, and Operations teams to deliver new products and features.**Intellectual Property & Funding**: Lead the company's intellectual property strategy and processes, and secure government grants and tax credits to maximize budget efficiency.
- ** Industry Positioning**: Support R&D in publishing peer-reviewed papers, positioning the company as a technology leader in welding automation.

**Minimum Qualifications and Experience**:

- 15+ years of experience in engineering, software, or R&D roles within both small and large tech companies.- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or other relevant graduate degree is a plus.- Previous experience as a CTO in a similar technology leadership position is a must.- Demonstrated success in tech leadership positions with strong leadership and organizational abilities.- Exceptional project management and organizational skills.- Strong knowledge of product, software, and hardware development platforms, programs, and policies.- Awareness of technological trends for strategic planning and foresight.- Experience in creating budgets and business planning.- Proficiency in conducting technological analyses and research.- Demonstrated complex problem-solving ability and sound judgement.- Excellent oral and written communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to build cre