Chief Technology Officer

Position Types: Chief Technology Officer Position Locations: India City: Pune - India Experience: 18+ Years Who We Are You name it, we’ve done it. GlobalStep is a recognized brand in the gaming space and partners with the world’s leading game studios and innovative brands, bringing compelling and high impact digital experiences to life, fast and flawless. Our specialized gaming practice has helped lead video game studios launch and support over 3,000 Video Game titles, generating over $40 billion in game revenue. Serving leading and disruptive brands since 2006, we use proprietary tools, frameworks, and our deep client experience to provide end-to-end comprehensive suite of services across the product and customer lifecycle. These services include design, development, quality assurance, localization, player engagement and analytics. With a global set of service locations across 3 continents and 6 continents, we have a tightly integrated services model across geographies and lines of service aimed at and focused on the success of our clients. Job Summary The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will be responsible for defining and executing the company’s technology vision and strategy. This role encompasses overseeing the development and implementation of technological solutions that drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency. The CTO will lead technology to function globally, ensure robust cybersecurity measures, and promote innovation across all verticals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of aligning technology with business objectives. The incumbent will be responsible for owning, managing and enabling the Global IT Infrastructure. The CTO will accelerate digital innovation within the organization and lead technical staff to ensure the efficient development of products and services. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead and inspire a talented technology team, drive digital transformation, and shape the technological future of our organization. The CTO will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer. Key Responsibilities • Demonstrated experience in developing and executing a comprehensive technology strategy that aligns with the company’s business objectives, ensuring scalability and operational efficiency. • Proven track record in selecting, implementing, and designing technology solutions to drive business objectives. • Create and implement technology strategies, optimize resource allocation, while ensuring cost-effective solutions. • Strong understanding of the full spectrum of business solutions built on the latest technological platforms, ensuring the company remains competitively advanced. This includes a nuanced understanding of AI and its application across all GlobalStep lines of service and support functions. • Responsible for the full enablement of the GlobalStep Office 365 platform. • Should have experience with ERP solutions • Assess the existing IT infrastructure and recommend optimal IT strategies. • Oversee and support the Global IT infrastructure and its global enablement. • Establish and maintain efficient and reliable technology operations, including systems infrastructure, network, data management, and security protocols to ensure high performance, uptime, and data integrity. • Develop and implement disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies. • Identify and mitigate technology-related risks, ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations. • Stay abreast of the latest technological advancements to provide strategic insights and recommendations for maintaining the company’s technological edge. • Collaborate closely with executive leadership, business units, and stakeholders to understand their technological needs and drive technology-enabled business initiatives. • Provide strong leadership and guidance to the technology teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning Must have Over 15+ years of experience in the Information Technology domain, with a proven track record of success, including at least 7 years in a senior management role overseeing teams and strategic initiatives. Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Demonstrated success in managing IT infrastructure, IT budgets, software development, and systems architecture. Deep understanding of technology trends, best practices, and the technology landscape. Extensive knowledge of infrastructure management, and cybersecurity best practices. Experience in driving digital transformation initiatives, leveraging cloud technologies, and implementing data-driven decision-making. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing technology teams. Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale technology projects, delivering results on time and within budget. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights for informed decision-making. Relevant certifications such as ITIL, PMP, AWS, and/or CISSP. Ability to think tactically and translate business objectives into technology initiatives. Proficient in risk mitigation and data security of digital assets. Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior executives. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. A rare opportunity to help build and shape a brand-new team A professional, fun, and supportive work environment GlobalStep is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.