Chief Technology Officer

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Swyftx Pty Full time

At Swyftx, we're not just building a fintech scaleup; we're shaping the future of Australia's digital currency industry and how it blends with traditional finance.

Having now exceeded 700,000 users, we have our sights set high, aiming to be Australia's most trusted cryptocurrency trading platform, with plans to expand internationally.

This is not just another job opportunity; it's a chance to make your mark in an industry-defining company.

As Chief Technology Officer (CTO) you will be responsible for leading and scaling Swyftx's Engineering function and influencing business-critical architecture, engineering practices, culture, and long-term technology decisions.

You will inspire and coach senior team members to build world-class teams and deliver unrivalled outcomes, that are aligned with our purpose, mission, and vision, whilealso driving Swyftx towards the achievement of strategic objectives.

Please note that this role will be based in Brisbane and we have a hybrid work environment, with two days in our beautiful Milton office and 3 days from home.

Some of your key responsibilities in this role will include: Lead Swyftx's Engineering Team in line with the organisation's purpose, mission, and vision, partnering with Executives to drive overall strategy and achieve strategic goals.

Develop and embed the engineering vision and technical roadmaps, fostering a strong engineering culture of collaboration, inclusion, innovation, and growth.

Manage and coach Engineering Leaders, ensuring high-performance teams through Agile software development practices, continuous improvement and secure coding practices.

Ensure clear communication of strategic objectives and actionable key results to the engineering team and monitor progress, resolve technical disagreements, and eliminate bottlenecks.

Closely collaborate with the Head of Product to formulate Product vision by representing the technology perspective in discussions and providing solutions.

To be successful you will have: Demonstrated CTO experience in several previous high-growth environments, showcasing dynamic leadership within engineering teams.

Hands-on expertise driving agile transformations in scaleup contexts, fostering adaptable and innovative teams.
Proven record of cultivating high-performance engineering cultures that excel in self-sufficiency and innovation.
Deep understanding and application of Agile software development practices and lifecycle management.
Strong understanding of P&L reporting.
Strong understanding of the levers in the Engineering team from both a financial and non-financial perspective.

Possess an innovative and 'can do' attitude but respect the importance of good governance and risk practices, including a strong appreciation of 'best in class' cyber security practices.

Demonstrated success in architecting and delivering globally scalable platforms, including robust software, architecture, and API design.
Strong self-awareness, drive, and empathy, with exceptional interpersonal skills to foster positive collaboration across diverse teams and business units.
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, with a proven track record of leading through influence and collaboration.

Some of our perks and benefits include: Unlimited fee-free trading Career growth, training, mentorship, and development opportunities Social activities, game breaks and recognition awards Fully stocked kitchen, breakfast and lunch foods, unlimited fresh fruit, snacks and kombucha Weekly catered lunches on a Wednesday At Swyftx, we're not just building a diverse and dynamic environment; we're celebrating it.

We value and embrace the unique experiences, qualities, and characteristics that each member of our team brings, and we're committed to cultivating an inclusive workspace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work.

If you are driven by excellence, a deep commitment to integrity, and an unwavering drive to make an impact, then click 'apply now'.

We have an internal Talent Acquisition function, and therefore are not accepting approaches from recruitment agencies.
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