Regional CTO

Role Summary: The Regional CTO is a visionary technology leader responsible for driving innovation, technical excellence, and strategic growth across a designated region for Thoughtworks. This role demands a blend of deep technical expertise, business acumen, and the ability to inspire and empower teams to deliver transformative solutions for our clients.

The regions are: Americas (including LATAM), Europe (including India & Middle East), APAC (including China).

Outcomes:

• Positive Brand Recognition: Elevate Thoughtworks' reputation as a trusted technology partner and employer of choice.
• Identifying new trends and services
• Strong Technology Leadership: Establish Thoughtworks as a leading technology innovator in the region.
• Increased Revenue & Market Share: Drive regional growth through successful client acquisition and delivery of high-value projects.
• Enhanced Client Satisfaction: Deliver exceptional client experiences, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
• High-Performing Teams: Build and nurture a motivated and engaged technology workforce.

Key Metrics:

• Region recognized as an industry tech leader in core differentiator
• # of Deals in new potential services/emerging tech (Horizon 2 and 3)
• Ability to predict trends and convert into H1 work
• Impact on key executive relationships; Billable utilization at 30% URVE

Responsibilities:

• Client Advisory and Billable Expertise (~30%)
  • Act as a trusted technology advisor to clients, providing strategic guidance on complex challenges and opportunities.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders, acting as an escalation point for technical issues.
  • Support presales activities strategically aligned with client needs.
  • Continuously develop expertise to anticipate future client problems, ensuring relevance and impact.
• Navigate hype cycles
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to leverage for competitive advantage.
  • Coordinate regional market sensing activities and share insights with global peers and service line leaders.
  • Participate in technology strategy creation.
• Tech Radar and Telescope Reports
  • Share insights with analysis and research teams to add market context to reports.
• Ecosystem activation
  • Implement technology strategies within our ecosystem.
  • Engage with market partners through conferences, meetings, and media interactions.
  • Represent Thoughtworks as a thought leader in the tech community.
  • Contribute to brand building by promoting technical expertise and innovative solutions.
• Talent Cultivation and Elevation
  • Mentor and develop technical talent, focusing on diversity and inclusion.
  • Promote knowledge sharing through best practices, case studies, and technical content.
• Manage reports

Key Criteria for the Role:

Core Technical Competencies:

• Ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders with excellent communication skills.
• Extensive experience in software engineering, data management, and system architecture.
• Proven leadership in technology and strategic thinking, aligning innovation with business goals.
• Passion for pushing technological boundaries.

Core Leadership Competencies:

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to inspire and mentor teams, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Strategic thinking aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborative, able to work across regions and functions.
• Leadership through ambiguity and advising senior stakeholders.

Duration and Location: Full-time, based in the respective region, with global travel expected to support clients and industry representation.

Eligibility & Selection: Candidates meeting the criteria are eligible. Selection involves presentations to demonstrate vision and approach.