Data AI/ML Chief Technology Officer

Position Background:

Intelligent Payload Solutions is undergoing a transformative phase, marked by a new vision, a forthcoming name change (TBA), and an unwavering commitment to product excellence and customer service. As we embark on a new era, we are seeking a versatile technical executive to play a pivotal role in our journey of growth. This role entails shaping our technology strategy, envisioning a robust intellectual property (IP) portfolio, recruiting top-tier talent, and providing strategic leadership.  Our technology centers on utilizing AI/ML in automatic Digital Twin generation, complex data system analysis, MLOps and credential authentication.  Your background should fit these areas.

About Intelligent Payload Solutions:

At Intelligent Payload Solutions, we are at the forefront of technological innovation, revolutionizing data science, AI, and cybersecurity. Located in Colorado Springs, we are not just a software company but a team of visionaries shaping the future. Our work spans from architecting cloud solutions for the U.S. Government to modernizing legacy systems for FinTech organizations. We prioritize work-life balance, offering generous time-off benefits, a 401k match, an equity sharing program, and a remote-first work approach. Join us to become part of something significant!

Key Responsibilities:

• Technology Strategy and Vision: Collaborate with the executive team to shape the long-term technology strategy, aligning it with our IP goals and potential market expansion.
• Capture Management: Lead and participate in capture efforts for current projects, leveraging your technical expertise to enhance our competitiveness.
• Team Building: Recruit and assemble a dynamic technical team capable of executing projects and fostering in-house innovation.
• Thought Leadership: Provide thought leadership during relationship-building, proposal development, and capture efforts.
• Multi-Company Collaboration: Lead and advise multi-company capture teams in areas such as teaming, solution development, staffing, and pricing to support our overall bid strategy.
• High-Growth Environment: Thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment, helping us adapt and scale effectively.

Why Join Us:

Deep Technical Expertise: We have extensive experience in space systems, sensor systems, data analytics, data center migration/development, and other technical domains.

Cutting-Edge Projects: We are actively involved in groundbreaking projects in artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, decentralized identification, and zero-trust security. Excitement for and familiarity with these areas are essential.

Ideal Requirements include the following:

• Proven Leadership: 5 or more years in leading technology teams and delivering complex projects.
• Technical Expertise: 10 or more years in software development, architecture, and technology stack selection relevant to our industry.
• Strategic Thinker: 5 or more years in a role that demonstrated the ability to think strategically, set clear priorities, and align technology initiatives with business objectives.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get things done.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience: A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience with a U.S. Federal Government procurement process and have knowledge of the structure and context of government contracts.
• Demonstrated experience working with Senior Government officials at the SES and C-Levels.
• Direct leadership experience working with and managing a broad range of customers and teams.
• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance
• Startup Experience: Prior experience in a startup environment is a plus.