Chief Technology Officer

Company Description Figure is dedicated to addressing the loneliness epidemic among young professionals by fostering genuine conversations and meaningful connections. The organization creates events that provide a platform for individuals to feel understood and to meet others who share similar experiences, worries, and joys. Figure believes everyone deserves to be seen and heard, and designs its initiatives to support that goal in practical, approachable ways. The culture emphasizes empathy, inclusivity, and community-building, and focuses on making incremental progress toward deeper human connection. Team members collaborate to create safe, welcoming spaces that encourage authenticity and mutual support.
Role Description The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Figure is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading the company’s overall technology vision, strategy, and execution. The CTO will oversee the design, development, and maintenance of digital platforms and tools that enable scalable, high-quality event experiences and community interactions. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing software development teams, setting technical standards and best practices, and ensuring systems are secure, reliable, and aligned with business goals. The CTO will collaborate closely with product, operations, and leadership to translate user needs into technical roadmaps, prioritize features, and guide product development from concept through deployment. This role also includes monitoring emerging technologies, optimizing infrastructure and architecture, and building a technology organization that supports innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Strong experience in Software Development and Product Development, including leading teams that build and scale web or mobile platforms.Proficiency in IT Strategy and Architecture, with a track record of designing secure, scalable, and maintainable systems that support business objectives.Demonstrated skills in Project Management, including roadmap planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional coordination.Experience building and mentoring diverse, high-performing technical teams in a remote or distributed environment.Ability to translate community and user needs into clear technical requirements and product priorities.Knowledge of modern cloud infrastructure, security practices, and data privacy standards.Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to partner effectively with non-technical stakeholders.Prior leadership experience in a technology executive role; experience in social, community, or event-focused products is a plus.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree or equivalent experience is beneficial.

Skills
Project Management

Experience
10+ yrs

Work arrangement
Yes