Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Hands-On Back-End Developer
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 SkillsVisionary 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