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CTO

Pune Permanent INR9,900,000 - INR12,100,000 per year View Job Description
To build the firm into a #1 global player in marketplace-first, omni-channel commerce platforms by scaling technology, institutionalising AI-led engineering practices, and creating a high-performance, enterprise-grade SaaS organisation competing with global incumbents
  • Be part of critical scale-up phase
  • Build from India to the world

About Our Client

Our client is entering a critical scale-up phase. After achieving product stability, reduced churn, the company is now focused on aggressive global scaling across markets including Australia, Japan, and the US.

Job Description

  • Lead the transformation and scaling of client's SaaS platform to global enterprise standards
  • Ensure high platform reliability with near-zero P1/P2 incidents and SLA-backed uptime
  • Drive engineering predictability with 85-90%+ release reliability
  • Design and scale multi-tenant, API-first, event-driven architectures across geographies
  • Institutionalise AI-led engineering practices (spec-driven development, AI-assisted coding, automated QA)
  • Improve AWS and engineering cost efficiency
  • Build a strong, senior engineering organisation with high-quality architects and engineering managers
  • Benchmark, upgrade, coach, or exit talent where required
  • Establish a culture of execution, ownership, and scalable problem-solving
  • Oversee security, compliance (ISO 27001, GDPR), and infrastructure governance



The Successful Applicant

A successful CTO should have:

  • A degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in leading technology teams within the business services industry.
  • Calm, composed leadership under pressure
  • Outcome-driven, execution-focused mindset
  • High standards with structured, disciplined thinking
  • Strong people leadership combined with deep technical credibility
  • AI-native mindset with modern SaaS thinking
  • Preference for small, high-quality teams over large average teams
  • Clear bias for predictability, clarity, and output over activity

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package within the industry range.
  • Opportunity to lead the technology department in a growing organization.
  • Work in a collaborative environment based in Pune.
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
  • Potential for professional growth and leadership development.



If you are ready to take on the role of CTO in the business services industry and help shape the future of technology in Pune, we encourage you to apply.

Quote job ref
JN-042026-7002141

Job summary

Function
Information Technology
Sub Sector
CIO / IT Director
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Pune
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-042026-7002141

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.