Remote-Friendly London HQ Award-Winning Agricultural Technology Software Company
Join an award-winning agricultural analytics software company that's redefining sustainable food production through data-driven technology.
We're seeking a hands-on Chief Technology Officer (CTO) an exceptional technical leader who thrives on both strategic vision and deep technical execution. Role Overview As CTO, you'll lead the technical direction of our cutting-edge agricultural technology platform, while remaining deeply involved in hands-on back-end development. You'll architect scalable systems, drive innovation in sustainable technology, and guide a talented engineering team to deliver data-rich solutions that improve farm economics, productivity, and environmental impact.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical strategy and oversee architecture for scalable, data-driven systems.
Remain actively hands-on, designing and developing high-performance C#/.NET back-end systems.
Mentor and guide a growing team of developers setting technical standards and driving best practices.
Oversee end-to-end solution delivery, ensuring performance, security, and maintainability.
Collaborate cross-functionally with data scientists, agronomists, and stakeholders to shape product direction.
Own cloud infrastructure strategy and implementation on Microsoft Azure.
Lead innovation in sustainability-focused agricultural technology and analytics.
Contribute to recruitment and technical assessment (including coding challenge design and review).
Candidate Assessment Process
Our selection process includes a LeetCode-style technical challenge to evaluate:
Algorithmic problem-solving
Data structures and computational efficiency
Code quality and optimisation under time constraints
Ideal Candidate Profile Academic and Professional Background
Degree/Masters/PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline
Proven experience as a Back-End Developer / Engineering Lead / CTO in data-heavy environments
Demonstrable history of technical excellence and leadership in commercial software development
Technical Expertise
Advanced proficiency in C# / .NET Core / .NET Framework
Strong command of Azure Cloud Services
Deep experience with SQL Server and high-volume transactional systems
Expertise in data architecture, performance optimisation, and scalable software design
Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and computational complexity
Bonus: Experience in FinTech or structured data environments with high reliability and scale
Leadership Skills
Visionary mindset with a hands-on engineering ethos
Proven ability to scale teams and systems effectively
Strategic decision-making with practical, code-level insight
Strong communicator and collaborator across multidisciplinary teams
Passion for fostering innovation and mentoring engineering talent
Personal Attributes
Exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigour
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Innovative and pragmatic problem solver
Calm and decisive under pressure
Genuine passion for sustainable technology and real-world impact
What We Offer
Remote flexibility with a London-based HQ
Opportunity to lead cutting-edge agricultural technology development
Work alongside respected professionals in a purpose-driven company
Competitive salary plus company share scheme
Platform to make a tangible impact on global sustainability