CTO-Full stack Development
Job Description:
Role Purpose
Lead the digital transformation journey of a fast-growing, multi-generational enterprise by designing and executing a practical, ROI-driven tech roadmap. Balance strategic foresight with deep hands-on execution across ERP, cloud, infra, automation, and business-aligned POCs.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement tech strategy aligned to business goals
- Own end-to-end execution of projects across ERP, IoT, GenAI, infra, and automation
- Deliver business-aligned POCs (e.g., IoT-based remote tracking, internal AI chatbots)
- Oversee ERP implementation (Focus ERP) and manage all tech vendors
- Act as single point of contact for outsourced/contracted tech projects
- Manage cloud and on-prem infrastructure, security, uptime, and cost optimization
- Mentor and upskill internal IT team; build a high-performance tech culture
- Ensure tech governance, compliance, and disaster recovery frameworks
Ideal Candidate Profile
Demographics
- Based in or open to relocating to Chennai
- 12–18 years total experience in product/tech leadership roles
- Preferably an engineering graduate (CS/IT) + MBA or certified enterprise architect
- Stability: Minimum 3+ years average tenure across recent roles
Technical & Functional Skills
- Strong architecture and development background — Java/Node/React/Angular preferred
- Proven hands-on execution of digital transformation, ERP rollout, and automation
- Cloud-native mindset with multi-cloud exposure (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- POC building experience — especially around GenAI, ML, and IoT integrations
- Strong grasp of DevOps, SRE, microservices, APIs, and integration patterns
- Track record of product/solution delivery in SME/manufacturing context
Leadership & Execution Capabilities
- Comfortable leading small IT teams in fast-moving, promoter-led businesses
- Experience as a full-stack developer turned engineering/tech leader is a plus
- Strong business acumen — understands how tech drives operations & P&L
- Prior experience in MES, manufacturing digitalization, or ERP/infrastructure transformation
- Strategic yet hands-on — builds architecture and writes code if needed
Behavioral & Culture Fit
- Self-starter with a “builder” mindset
- Comfortable with ambiguity, speed, and flat hierarchies
- High integrity, low-ego professional who thrives in owner-led environments
- Calm under pressure, decisive, and accountable
- Flexible for a 6-day work week in a growing enterprise
Key Selection Criteria Summary
Criteria |
Must Have |
Location |
Chennai-based or willing to relocate |
Total Experience |
12–18 years |
Tech Stack |
Java/Node/React/Angular + Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) |
ERP Exposure |
Focus ERP or equivalent implementation leadership |
Business Exposure |
Manufacturing/Industrial SME or mid-sized enterprise |
Leadership Style |
Strategic + hands-on; small-team leadership |
Recent Hands-on Work |
POC execution, full-stack development, integration |
Culture Fit |
Practical, solutions-first, SME-aligned |
Certifications (Preferred) |
TOGAF, Azure/AWS, PMP, SAFE/Agile |
Expected CTC |
Up to 40 LPA |
Company Profile
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