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# Chief Technology Officer with a Digital Banking Platform – Salt Lake City, UT



Position: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Company: Confidential FinTech Innovator
Location: Salt Lake City, UT (On-site)
Recruiting Firm: JRG Partners
 
JRG Partners has been exclusively retained to lead the search for a visionary and transformative Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for a high-growth, venture-backed digital banking platform based in the burgeoning tech hub of Salt Lake City, Utah. Our client is revolutionizing the financial services landscape by providing a seamless, secure, and customer-centric banking experience for the modern era. They are at a critical inflection point, poised for exponential growth, and are seeking an executive technology leader to architect and execute a technical vision that will define the future of their platform and the industry itself.
This is not merely a leadership role; it is a career-defining opportunity to build, scale, and innovate at the highest level. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise, a proven track record of leading high-performing engineering teams in the FinTech or banking sector, and an unwavering passion for leveraging technology to solve complex problems and delight customers. You will be a key member of the executive team, reporting directly to the CEO, and will have a profound impact on the company’s strategy, culture, and long-term success.
Role Overview for Chief Technology Officer with a Digital Banking Platform – Salt Lake City, UT
As the Chief Technology Officer, you will be the ultimate owner of the company’s technology strategy, infrastructure, and execution. You will be responsible for building a world-class technology organization that can deliver a robust, scalable, and secure platform capable of supporting millions of users and billions of transactions.
You will balance long-term strategic planning with the agile, hands-on needs of a rapidly growing company. Your leadership will extend across all facets of technology, including software engineering, product development lifecycle, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data science, and IT operations.
You will foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence, empowering your teams to build cutting-edge products that set new standards in digital banking. This role requires a unique blend of technical mastery, business acumen, and inspirational leadership to guide the company through its next phase of hyper-growth and market leadership.
Key Responsibilities of Chief Technology Officer with a Digital Banking Platform – Salt Lake City, UT
Technology Strategy & Vision

Develop and articulate a compelling long-term technology vision and strategy that aligns with and drives the overall business objectives.
Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of technologies, platforms, and architectures to ensure the platform is scalable, reliable, and secure.
Stay at the forefront of emerging technology trends in FinTech, AI/ML, blockchain, and cloud computing, identifying opportunities for innovation and competitive differentiation.
Partner with the CEO, CPO, and other executive leaders to define the product roadmap and ensure technology resources are allocated effectively to achieve strategic goals.
Champion a data-driven culture, leveraging analytics and business intelligence to inform strategic decisions and optimize performance.

Leadership & Team Management

Recruit, mentor, and lead a world-class team of software engineers, DevOps specialists, data scientists, and QA professionals.
Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture that values collaboration, ownership, continuous learning, and a passion for quality.
Implement best practices for talent management, including performance reviews, career pathing, and professional development programs to attract and retain top talent.
Structure the technology organization for optimal efficiency and scalability, utilizing agile methodologies and clear communication channels.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to senior engineering leaders and individual contributors, fostering their growth and expertise.

Product & Engineering Excellence

Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), from ideation and architecture design to development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Implement and refine agile development processes to ensure rapid, high-quality product delivery and a predictable development velocity.
Establish rigorous standards for code quality, system architecture, and technical documentation.
Drive the development of a robust, scalable, and secure microservices-based architecture hosted on modern cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Ensure the platform delivers an exceptional user experience with high availability, low latency, and 99.99% uptime.

Security & Compliance

Develop and enforce a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect the platform, customer data, and company assets from internal and external threats.
Ensure the platform adheres to all relevant financial industry regulations and compliance standards, including PCI DSS, SOC 2, and data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA).
Work closely with legal and compliance teams to navigate complex regulatory frameworks like the FFIEC and ensure all technology practices meet the highest standards of governance.
Implement robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure operational resilience.

Requirements for the Chief Technology Officer with a Digital Banking Platform – Salt Lake City, UT
Required Qualifications:

A minimum of 15 years of experience in software engineering and technology, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., VP of Engineering, CTO) within a high-growth technology company.
Proven experience in the FinTech, digital banking, or financial services industry is essential. Deep understanding of payment systems, core banking platforms, and financial data is required.
Demonstrable track record of scaling technology platforms and engineering teams from an early stage to supporting millions of users.
Extensive hands-on experience with modern, cloud-native architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and microservices.
Expertise in modern software development practices, including Agile/Scrum methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps culture.
Strong knowledge of data architecture, data engineering, and leveraging data analytics and machine learning to drive business insights.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, articulate a clear technical vision, and collaborate effectively with non-technical stakeholders.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. An MBA is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a venture-backed startup environment, successfully navigating the challenges of rapid growth and fundraising cycles.
Deep expertise in building and securing consumer-facing applications that handle sensitive personal and financial data.
Familiarity with modern programming languages and frameworks relevant to FinTech (e.g., Go, Python, Java, Kotlin, Node.js).
Experience leading geographically distributed or remote engineering teams.
A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for innovation and a history of driving technological change within an organization.

Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client believes in investing in their people and provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of their team members. As a key executive, you will receive:
Competitive Executive Compensation
A highly attractive base salary and performance-based bonus structure.
Significant Equity Package
A meaningful equity stake in a rapidly growing company with substantial upside potential.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your dependents with a significant portion of premiums covered.
Retirement Savings Plan
A 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help you plan for your future.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
A flexible and generous PTO policy, including company-paid holidays, to encourage a healthy work-life balance.
Professional Development
A dedicated annual budget for conferences, certifications, and continued education to support your professional growth.
Relocation Assistance
A comprehensive relocation package for candidates moving to the vibrant Salt Lake City area.
State-of-the-Art Office
A modern, collaborative office space in Salt Lake City, equipped with the latest technology and amenities.
Wellness Stipend
A monthly stipend to be used for gym memberships, fitness classes, or other wellness activities.
Parental Leave
Generous paid parental leave for all new parents.
How to Apply
JRG Partners is leading the exclusive search for this pivotal role. If you are a visionary technology leader with a passion for building the future of finance and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply.
To be considered for this confidential opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. For more information on our expertise in connecting top talent with transformative companies, please visit our Technology Executive Search practice area page. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can make a lasting impact with our client.