Interim CTO

Overview

We are seeking an Interim Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for our India-based support team. This role is designed for the pre-funding phase of Atman AI, where the India team functions as a freelancer-style support unit for the Dubai HQ. The Interim CTO will focus on technical execution, MVP coordination, and vendor management until global funding is secured. After funding, a senior global CTO will be hired in Dubai to lead empire-scale technology and innovation.

This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who thrives in lean conditions, can manage external vendors and freelancers, and deliver MVPs across Atman OS pillars while laying the foundation for future global scaling.

Core Responsibilities

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Oversee architecture and delivery of early MVPs for Atman OS (Identity, Safety, Money, Influence, Humanity).

* Vendor & Partner Management:

Coordinate external developers, tech vendors, and consultants; ensure timely, quality deliverables.

Product Roadmaps:

Translate founder’s vision into actionable technical roadmaps with clear milestones (Gate A–C).

Integration Oversight:

Ensure alignment of India deliverables with Dubai HQ strategy; prepare system integration packs for smooth scale-up.

Coordinate with Project Manager:

Work closely with the Project Manager to design frameworks, select tech stacks, and structure systems for building products.

Tech Documentation:

Maintain lightweight but clear documentation for IP timestamping, investor due diligence, and team handovers.

Company Tech Setup:

Support compliance for India-side technology operations (basic infosec hygiene, vendor contracts, system access logs).

AI & Tools Adoption:

Deploy AI copilots, automation (Zapier/n8n), and collaboration tools (Notion, GitHub, Jira) to maximize efficiency.

Required Skills & Background

* 3–6 years of experience in software development and technical leadership.
* Proven record of delivering at least 1–2 MVPs in a startup environment.
* Knowledge of AI, fintech, or security basics preferred.
* Ability to coordinate distributed teams, vendors, and freelance developers.
* Familiarity with AI tools, automation frameworks, and rapid prototyping.
* Strong communication skills, able to translate technical progress into investor/founder-ready updates.

Ideal Background

* Prior role as Tech Lead / Engineering Manager / Startup CTO.
* Exposure to blockchain, identity, fintech, or SaaS platforms.
* Experience preparing technical documentation for IP filings or investor data rooms.

Compensation & Structure

* Salary Estimate: ₹40,000 – ₹70,000 per month (pre-funding budget range).
* Contract/freelancer-style engagement under Atman AI (Dubai).
* Potential to transition into a global leadership role post-funding (Dubai-based).

Success Metrics

* MVPs delivered on time (Gate milestones achieved).
* Clean technical documentation ready for IP timestamping and investors.
* Effective coordination with vendors, Project Manager, and India support team.
* Seamless integration hand-offs to Dubai HQ.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person