Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – Enterprise Banking Software

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) / Senior Software Architect (m/f/d)

hybrid, offices in CEE

Our client is a European fintech company providing enterprise banking software solutions to financial institutions across Europe and the Middle East.
As the business enters its next growth phase, we are seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join the executive leadership team and lead the company’s technology strategy, architecture, and product delivery for international banking clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the technology roadmap in line with business goals and international growth plans
• Shape scalable, secure, and compliant software architectures for banking environments
• Oversee end-to-end product development, from concept and design to delivery, deployment, and support
• Drive the use of modern technologies such as cloud solutions, APIs, microservices, data platforms, and AI-based applications
• Ensure strong standards in information security, data protection, and regulatory compliance
• Lead and further develop international teams across engineering, architecture, and product functions
• Work closely with senior client stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technology solutions
• Manage key technology partnerships and vendor relationships to strengthen the software ecosystem

Your Profile

• Senior technology leadership experience, ideally as CTO, Chief Architect, or VP Technology in fintech, banking software, or enterprise software
• Strong understanding of banking and financial services processes such as core banking, digital channels, payments, compliance, risk, or lending
• Expertise in enterprise software architecture and delivery in international environments
• Knowledge of modern engineering practices, including cloud-native development, microservices, DevOps, containerization, and event-driven architectures
• Understanding of cybersecurity, regulatory requirements, and open banking standards
• Proven ability to lead international technology teams and engage with senior stakeholders
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; MBA is an advantage
• Fluent English; additional languages are beneficial

Our Client Offers

• Key executive leadership role in a growing fintech company driving digital banking innovation
• Attractive senior-level compensation package, including performance-based incentives
• Regular collaboration with international clients and partners
• The position is offered in a hybrid working setup, with regular collaboration across the company’s Central and Eastern European office network
• The salary for this position starts at EUR 130k gross p.a.

If you are interested in this challenging position, we look forward to receiving your detailed application, quoting reference number 111 029 preferably via our ISG career portal or by email.
Visit us at isg.com/jobs - you will find new job opportunities there every day.