Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead its technology vision and architecture. The CTO will be responsible for the engineering organization, including structure, hiring, capability, and performance. This role is pivotal in the company's mission to provide customers with direct access to real-time wholesale electricity prices and to shift energy usage to times when cheaper renewables are available. The successful candidate will own the technology that controls physical assets in homes and bids them into the National Electricity Market, with a focus on maintaining and enhancing the global platform. The CTO will also be at the forefront of the company's AI initiatives, ensuring that the engineering team is equipped to handle the technical and cultural changes that come with it. Candidates for the CTO position at the company should have a proven track record in a top technical role, with experience in leading an engineering and product group of 50 to 200 people. The ideal candidate will be technically current, have a strong background in AI, and be adept at building and nurturing a high-performing engineering team. While an energy background is not mandatory, a genuine curiosity about the market is essential. The role requires a leader who can make strategic decisions, manage technology spend, and ensure information security and compliance. The CTO will also be expected to represent the company's technology to various stakeholders, including the board, investors, and regulators.