Do you have both a commercial mindset and a deep technical understanding? Are you energised by leading a dynamic team of 12 developers while also actively engaging in commercial activities to drive business growth? If so, you could be the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for us.

The opportunity:

As soon as you start your new role as CTO in Candeno, you will be a crucial member of our executive team, working closely with them and our Lead Architect. Your role involves shaping and implementing our technical vision, ensuring a clear organizational and technical strategy to drive customer and business value. This includes actively contributing to commercial strategies that align with our technological innovations.

You will:

• You will lead our development team and make sure that the team is focusing on the right strategic priorities.

• Build and maintain a strong culture of teamwork and excellence in product development.

• Actively engage in commercial activities, including participating in sales and partner meetings.

• Collaborate with our Product Owner to plan and execute our roadmap.

• It would be an advantage if you have an interest in one or more of the following areas: IT Administration. Cyber Security, Data processing/GDPR, DevOps/Server Architecture

Your way to success:

Not a coding superstar? Don't worry, our Lead Architect and team of developers have your back! With your deep technical insight and the ability to discuss technology at all levels, we believe in your success.

The first three month

• We will spend the first three months giving you a thorough insight into our business strategy, our processes and your new role.

• Working closely with our Lead Architect and Founder, Frederik Stenberg, you will get a good idea of the opportunities and challenges facing the development department. The two of you will spend time establishing your working relationship, and Frederik will make sure you have a deep understanding of the work you will be doing.

• We will make sure that you are fully integrated as an equal part of our executive team. We will give you the best conditions to develop the strategy and define the direction of the development department in the future.

• By spending a lot of time with your new colleagues and team, we make sure you have the best possible understanding of how the department works: From the systems and tools to the different people, so you can be an excellent people manager in no time.

Within the first 6 month

• As you attend your first business meetings, you'll show that you're a natural at translating complex technology into business value. You have the ability to make complex functionality look simple.

• You will have taken over the development department, and with your curious, ambitious and energetic attitude, you will bring new initiatives to make the department shine even brighter.

Within the first year

• You will set ambitious goals for yourself and the development department. Your innovative mindset, curiosity, and entrepreneurial spirit will drive the best work of your career.

What we offer you:

• A kickass and inspiring development team that always strives to be the best.

• A fun, informal and innovative environment where you can have a big impact on our product and see it grow.

• A commitment to a healthy life balance and a high level of flexibility. Your mental and physical wellbeing is important.

• We like to get together in the office and expect you to be here at least 2-3 days a week.

• A strong social scene that offers you team building activities, social gatherings and the opportunity to join our various company clubs.

Our Tech Stack

• PHP

• Laravel

• React

• Typescript

• MySQL

A little bit about our recruitment process:

• Do you want to Apply? Please go to this page: https://candeno.teamtailor.com/jobs/3385639-are-you-our-new-cto

• We do not need a standard application from you, but we do need you to answer some questions. The questions will be presented to you when you click 'Apply Now'. We would also like you to either send us a link to your LinkedIN profile or upload your CV! 

• Apply now! Our People & Culture Manager, Maria Wieborg, will contact you within two working days. Application deadline is ASAP.

• Coffee meeting with our CEO & Founder, Matias Bøgvad Appel and Lead Architect & Founder, Frederik Stenberg.

• Interviews with our People & Culture Manager, CXO, CSO, CEO, and development team members.

• Final interviews with C-level executives, founders, and our Chairman of the Board, Bo Wase.

• Job offer and negotiation.

Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or require further information.