Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Passion for technology and innovation? Join us!
Nofitech is a market leading turnkey and end-to-end supplier of standardized, cost-effective landbased RAS facilities (ModulRAS) for fish production. We are experiencing strong growth, and our technology is now the preferred solution by the top-tier and industry-leading fish farmers.
We strive to deliver excellent aquaculture technology and solutions, enabling our clients to boast the highest standards of sustainability and improving their operations. We're committed to pushing boundaries and delivering exceptional results.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our technology teams and spearhead the development and implementation of our RAS technology portfolio. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, and ensure our technological advancements drive significant business impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the company's technology strategy.
- Manage relationships with technology suppliers and partners.
- Evaluate and select suitable technology solutions and services.
- Oversee the development and implementation of scalable and secure technology systems, software, and infrastructure.
- Collaborate with the Heads of Engineering, R&D, and Automation to support technical solutions and design.
- Participate in the Technical Assurance Board (TAB) to evaluate and endorse changes.
- Accelerate innovation to enhance products, services, and processes.
- Assist the commercial team in securing contracts and establishing partnerships.
- Represent the company to potential customers and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role, ideally within the aquaculture industry, with a strong track record in developing and implementing technology solutions.
- Comprehensive understanding of Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technology and current industry trends.
- Outstanding leadership and team management skills, capable of fostering innovation and driving technology strategy.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to achieve strategic technology objectives.
- Prior experience with client-side development in the aquaculture industry is highly desirable.
Why Join Us at Nofitech?
- At Nofitech, you will work in an environment characterized by diversity where we focus on people, supporting each other, and enjoying work!
- We have various social and sporty gatherings throughout the year.
- We value development-oriented employees and offer opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, with competitive individual conditions, insurance, and pension schemes.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to grow and advance to the position of Deputy CEO.
If you are passionate about technology and innovation and are ready to lead a dynamic team in a cutting-edge industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
About us:
- Nofitech was established in 2011 with the ambition to develop the market’s most cost-efficient and compact Recirculating Aquaculture System (“RAS”). Founders John Hestad and Geir Løvik put their combined +60 years of experience from the Norwegian fish farming industry into the development.
- Nofitech is a pioneer within RAS using seawater for salmonids – the first ModulRAS constructed for seawater for postsmolt was put in operation in 2015. The solution is now well proven and the preferred solution for several of the most prolific brands in the salmon and trout industry.
- We deliver our own patented, proprietary and complete RAS solutions for smolt, postsmolt, and grow-out, as well as add-on services such as training and support, and a comprehensive aftersales concept.
- Nofitech is the developer and owner of the groundbreaking production prediction automation and software solution MIME.
- Nofitech is owned by Summa Equity and Longship.