Shape technical direction across Martell Ventures’ portfolio from Kitchener-Waterloo, combining software architecture, product judgment, and hands-on execution. As Chief Technology Officer, you will serve as the technical authority across multiple businesses within Martell Ventures. You will help leaders assess risks, prioritize investments, strengthen products, and build reliable engineering practices. The mandate includes practical support for complex challenges, shared capabilities, technical hiring, and preparation for acquisitions, investments, or exits.
Key Responsibilities
Translate business ideas into practical technical plans and priorities Balance architecture with immediate needs of fast-moving businesses Evaluate build-versus-buy decisions and technical investments Support reliable,
scalable product delivery across portfolio companies Advise leaders on technical risks, opportunities, and priorities
Requirements:
Experience building and shipping software in startup or scale-up environments Robust product and business judgment affecting customers, revenue, and growth Ability to balance quality, speed, pragmatism, and commercial priorities Experience supporting multiple products or venture-backed businesses preferred Experience with technical due diligence or successful exits preferred Use architecture expertise, commercial judgment, and practical execution to improve products and technical decisions throughout Martell Ventures’ portfolio.