Chief Technology Officer

You've surely heard of jobup.ch. This is just one of the many brands owned by JobCloud. We are the leading player in Switzerland’s online job market and want to make job search and recruitment as easy as possible. Love what you do – we make employment happen!

By the way: We don't care about your skin colour, your gender identity or your beliefs... Come as you are, you are just good.

Shaping technology. Influencing culture. Building the future.

You want more than just scaling systems? At JobCloud, you’ll have the opportunity to take over a tech setup that truly makes an impact – with clear purpose, real freedom, and a CEO who understands technology and loves AI. We're looking for a strong leader with strategic vision and drive: for teams that want to grow and for a platform that can set new standards. If you see technology as a business driver and love organizations that constantly reinvent themselves – let’s talk.

JobCloud is where innovation meets values. With a culture that champions flexibility, diversity, and real impact, it's a place where you can grow, be yourself, and help shape the future of digital recruitment. All the perks, none of the corporate fluff. Learn more about our unique culture and why you should work at JobCloud.

Your skills

•

Experience as a CTO (or similar role) with a focus on AI, transformational projects, scalable tech strategies, organizational development, and team leadership

•

Entrepreneurial, hands-on leader with strong business acumen

•

Preferably experienced in marketplaces (recruiting, staffing, ATS or similar) in DACH/EU

•

Solid expertise in modern software architecture and agile development – ideally with experience in cloud, microservices, event-driven architectures, and modern frontends

•

Ability to meaningfully integrate AI/ML solutions into products, processes, and the organization, fostering a data-driven decision-making and innovation culture

•

Passion for building strong engineering cultures where people grow and take ownership, along with experience leading international, distributed teams

•

Commitment to treating data as a strategic asset, proactively prioritizing privacy, and fostering organizational trust through adherence to recognized standards and certifications

•

High standards for transparency, collaboration, and impact – you’re a sparring partner, not just a decision-maker

•

Ability to translate business needs, set priorities, and communicate clearly – fluent in both German and English

Your Tasks

•

Collaborate with the CPO to align product and tech strategy, while driving continuous improvements in organizational structure and frameworks

•

Lead an international team of approximately 100 employees and managers, playing a pivotal role in shaping our technological future in close alignment with the Chief Product Officer (CPO)

•

Develop and take responsibility for a forward-looking technology strategy focused on the strategic use of AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science to drive business value

•

Shape a scalable and resilient engineering organization with clear structures, career paths, and transparent leadership

•

Drive strategic initiatives to seamlessly align Tech, Product, and Business – as an active member of the executive leadership team

•

Ensure excellence in architecture, code quality, security, and system reliability – maintaining a high technical standard

•

Empower leaders and international teams (including nearshoring) through coaching and a trust-based culture

•

Take responsibility for efficient structures: optimize agile processes, manage via OKRs & KPIs, and lead proactive budget and resource planning

Our offer

•

Strategic influence: As part of the executive leadership team, you actively shape the future of a leading digital player in the job market

•

Purposeful technology: Your decisions directly impact millions of users, products, and processes – with real societal impact

•

Modern tech setup & innovation: Work with current technologies (Cloud, AI, event-driven architectures, modern frontends) and enjoy ample room for innovation

•

Strong culture & leadership mindset: Collaboration at eye level, clear values, inspiring teams

•

Flexible work models & international environment: Remote options, international teams, and a company that sees diversity as a strength

•

The salary: Will depend on the candidate’s skills, experience, motivation, and how well they match the profile. At the moment, it’s expected to be between CHF 240'000 and 280'000 (gross, including base salary and bonus).