Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – AI & Financial Intelligence

A venture-backed company on a mission to redefine how intelligence, decision-making, and AI intersect within financial services.The business is building a next-generation platform leveraging advanced AI, probabilistic reasoning, agentic systems, and deep financial intelligence to solve some of the most complex challenges in modern markets.They are now seeking a Chief Technology Officer to become a core part of the leadership team and help architect what could become a category-defining company.As CTO, you won't inherit a mature engineering organisation. You'll help build it.You'll work directly alongside the Founder and executive team to define technology strategy, architect the platform, recruit elite talent, and turn ambitious ideas into scalable products.This role sits at the intersectionArtificial IntelligenceFinancial IntelligenceProduct InnovationPlatform ArchitectureCompany BuildingYou'll have the opportunity to shape not only the technology stack, but the future direction of the business itself.What You'll ownDefine and execute the company's technology vision and long-term architectureLead the development of advanced AI-driven products and platformsBuild and scale engineering, AI, and data teamsDrive innovation across agentic AI, reasoning systems, LLMs, knowledge architectures, and intelligent decision-support systemsPartner closely with founders, investors, and strategic stakeholdersEstablish engineering culture, technical standards, and delivery excellenceTranslate cutting-edge research into commercially valuable productsServe as a key voice in shaping company strategy, growth, and market positioning.We're looking for a builder first and a CTO second.The ideal candidate will likely possess.Deep expertise in AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Quantitative Research, or a related discipline.Advanced academic credentials (PhD or Master's preferred).Experience architecting complex technology platforms from the ground up.Strong background in financial services, capital markets, investment platforms, banking, or quantitative environments.Proven track record of scaling products, platforms, and engineering organisations.Ability to move seamlessly between strategy, architecture, product, and execution.Exceptional communication skills and executive presence.This role is designed for someone who.Has high urgency and take ownership.Thinks like a FounderIs intellectually curious and obsessed with learning.Loves solving difficult technical problems.Moves quickly without waiting for perfect information.Wants to build something meaningful rather than manage something established.Why this Role ?Build a company, not just a platform.Work on bleeding-edge AI challenges.Direct access to founders and investors.Significant influence over company strategy.Opportunity to create a globally recognised technology business from the ground floor.Join at a pivotal stage where your impact will be visibleevery day.