Chief Technology Officer

About EXADS

EXADS is a young international software start up specialising in ad tech. In business since 2013, EXADS is a self sufficient, well funded and privately owned company with the headquarters in Dublin and a satellite office in Porto, Portugal.

As a company we actively develop and maintain our own proprietary ad-serving technology platform and custom built infrastructure enabling us to innovate and deploy new features and functionality quickly in a fast moving and demanding industry.

Position

• Oversee the prioritisation of technology-related initiatives within the company both from a strategic and operational perspective aligning with group company goals
• Oversee the management of a multi-disciplined team with a varied skill set including backend/frontend developers/QA/Systems and Dev Ops
• Collaborate with the Product Director and Product team in delivering industry-leading solutions
• Responsible for leading the growing teams in Dublin and Porto (currently 30 resources)
• Research and development of new and emerging technologies
• Contribute to team process improvement adhering to industry best practice and principles
• Provide team members with the necessary tools and background knowledge to perform the role to a high standard
• Provide feedback to Management on both a regular and ad hoc basis
• Responsible for coaching and retention of key hires

Your qualification

• Over 10+ years in tech with over 5 years in a hands-on CTO position 
• Proficiency in PHP, Javascript (JQuery/AngularJS), Big Data, Realtime, Clickhouse...
• Experience driving process change and process improvement
• Strong relationship management, influencing, listening and communications skills
• Ability to manage change initiatives
• Proven ability to build relationships at senior level and across various locations 
• Strong leadership skills
• Ad-tech background highly advantageous
• BS/MS in Computer Science/related technical discipline OR equivalent experience

What we offer

We offer a position in a young, dynamic and international environment and the opportunity for permanent training, personal development, ambitious career growth and a competitive salary based on experience. Critical skills visa and relocation package can also be offered to the right candidate.

Most of all, we offer a position in a team that thrives on achievement, success and leadership within our industry. Our core company value is innovation: where people and creativity drive innovative technology. If you have a passion for open-source software and enjoy working in a fast-paced, challenging but rewarding environment, this position is for you!

Flexible start times - Private health insurance - Employer contributory pension - Your Birthday off as a paid holiday - Taxsaver and bike to work schemes - Udemy training - EXOGROUP University, our in-house training - Udemy learning - Employee referral program bonus - Off-site team building days out - Office games room/chill-out zone - Fresh fruit - Friday team breakfast - Pilates classes - Massages - English & Spanish classes - Subsidised lunches - Subsidised gym