Chief Technical Officer (CTO) at Kennedia Consulting Limited (KCL)

At Kennedia Consulting, our work is shaped by real-world experience across people, growth, and operations. We partner with organizations at different stages of maturity, from fast-growing SMEs to established corporates, helping them solve complex workforce and business challenges with clarity and precision.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Technical Officer (CTO)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Chief Technical Officer (CTO) will be responsible for leading the organization’s technology strategy, overseeing software development, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performing digital platforms.
• The role requires a strategic technology leader who can align engineering initiatives with business objectives while building and managing high-performing technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the organization’s technology strategy in alignment with business goals and growth plans.
• Lead and manage engineering, software development, infrastructure, and technology teams.
• Design scalable system architectures and ensure the reliability, performance, and security of all technology platforms.
• Oversee the development, deployment, and maintenance of software products and digital solutions.
• Establish best practices in software development, DevOps, cybersecurity, and system monitoring.
• Drive innovation by identifying and implementing emerging technologies that enhance business capabilities.
• Manage technology budgets, vendor relationships, and third-party technology partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations, security standards, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to translate business requirements into technology solutions.
• Mentor and develop engineering teams while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree in Technology Management or Business Administration is an added advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in software development or technology leadership roles.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership or management position overseeing engineering teams.
• Strong experience with cloud infrastructure, software architecture, and scalable system design.
• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity practices, system reliability, and technology governance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic decision-making skills.

Key Competencies:

• Technology strategy and innovation
• Software architecture and system design
• Engineering leadership and team development
• Cybersecurity and data protection
• Stakeholder management and business alignment

Application Closing Date
6th April, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: Ayomide.lala@kennediaconsulting.net using "CHIEF TECHNICAL OFFICER" as the subject of the email.