CTO with E-commerce experience

The CTO will manage a mixed internal and remote IT team, collaborating also with remote vendors to develop and maintain the web e-commerce platforms of the corporation. They will also coordinate projects, schedules, track the progress of the projects and report their results. The position will report directly to the company’s CEO.
As CTO you will be in charge of the following:
1. Technology Strategy:
● Develop and implement a strategic vision for e-commerce technologies within the company.
● Collaborate with the leadership team to define technology objectives aligned with overall business goals.
● Identify and evaluate new technologies, market trends, and best practices to ensure innovation and competitiveness of our e-commerce platform.
2. Infrastructure Management:
● Oversee the design, deployment, and management of the technical infrastructure required for the smooth operation of our e-commerce platform.
● Ensure the availability, security, and optimal performance of the websites, ensuring quick resolution of technical issues and prevention of outages.
3. Management of Diverse Technical Teams:
● Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing technical team consisting of different experts working with various programming languages.
● Manage teams working with Ruby on Rails and WooCommerce.
● Foster continuous learning, collaboration, and motivation among team members, considering their specific skills.
4. Implementation of KPIs:
● Define and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and evaluate the technical and operational performance of the e-commerce platform.
● Analyze KPI results to identify areas for improvement and take appropriate actions to optimize performance.
5. Project Management and Development:
● Drive the development and implementation of new features, coordinating development teams working on different platforms.
● Ensure code quality, project timelines, and budgets, considering the specific requirements of each platform.
● Ensure successful website launches, including Google campaign launches and maintaining a flawless Google feed that meets platform requirements.
6. Technology Watch and Innovation:
● Stay at the forefront of trends and technological advancements in the field of e-commerce.
● Identify opportunities for innovation, automation, and process improvement to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

● Strong experience in technical leadership roles, preferably in the e-commerce sector.
● In-depth knowledge of e-commerce technologies, cloud architectures, content management systems (CMS), and databases.
● Strong experience in Ruby and Rails.
● Experience in managing complex projects, including coordinating multidisciplinary teams working with diverse languages and platforms.
● Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop talent.
● Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and risk management skills.
● Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into understandable terms for non-technical stakeholders.
● Be an expert in Google Merchant Center.
● Excellent knowledge of Google Analytics, including the ability to set up and interpret analytical data to improve e-commerce site performance.
● Proficiency in Google Ads is required, with the ability to create and manage effective advertising campaigns to promote products and increase traffic and conversions.
● Appreciated knowledge of Google Shopping, including the ability to optimize product listings and maximize product visibility on that platform.
● Experience with other online analytics and advertising tools is a plus.

● Permanent Contract
● Competitive salary with fix+ bonus schedule
● Private health insurance
● Fully paid meal vouchers
● Breakfast every day and brunch every Friday
● Team building afterwork
● Nice office in the center of Barcelona