Chief Technology Officer
Location | Madrid (On-site)
Finatal is partnered with a rapidly growing AI startup in Spain, developing a next-generation chatbot platform. Following a successful funding round and ongoing product expansion, the company is seeking a Chief Technology Officer to lead its next phase of technological development and innovation.
The ideal candidate will come from a founder background or have experience working within a high-growth scale-up, bringing both strategic and hands-on capability. Those from large corporate environments are unlikely to suit this fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.
You’ll be responsible for partnering closely with the CEO to shape the technical roadmap, drive innovation in AI and product development, and coach a talented engineering team. This role demands a balance of technical insight, leadership, and forward-thinking vision to anticipate where the industry is heading over the next 6–12 months.
Requirements:
* Proven experience leading teams within high-growth startups or scale-ups, with the ability to remain hands-on and coach technical teams.
* Founder mindset or early-stage company experience, ideally within technology or AI-led environments.
* Commercial experience working with AI is a strong advantage, or the ability to demonstrate exceptional curiosity and awareness of the space.
* Background in software engineering (Python desirable) with a solid understanding of product development.
* Strong balance of technical knowledge, leadership, and strategic vision to partner effectively with the CEO.
* Flexible, entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to anticipate and shape future technological trends.
* Fluent English and willingness to work on-site in Madrid (4–5 days per week).
If this aligns with your experience, or you know someone who could be a fit, please contact Niamh Currie at Niamh.currie@finatal.com.