Job Description

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Company: Gamezon Space Corporation
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Level: Executive Leadership
Shareholding Status: Employee Shareholder

Company Overview

Gamezon Space Corporation is a multinational e-commerce company headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, operating across multiple international markets. The company leverages advanced digital platforms, logistics networks, and innovative technologies to provide seamless online marketplace services, customer solutions, and global trade connectivity for Businesses and Consumers.

Job Summary

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for leading the technological vision, strategy, and innovation of Gamezon Space Corporation. The CTO oversees all engineering, software development, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital platform architecture.

As an Employee Shareholder, the CTO plays a dual role as both a strategic technology leader and a stakeholder committed to maximizing long-term company value, technological competitiveness, and shareholder returns.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology Strategy & Innovation

Develop and execute the company's global technology strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
Lead innovation in e-commerce technologies, AI-driven personalization, big data analytics, and cloud computing.
Identify emerging technologies that enhance platform scalability, security, and performance.
Guide the company’s digital transformation initiatives.

2. Platform & Product Development

Oversee development and maintenance of the company’s e-commerce platforms, mobile applications, and digital services.
Lead engineering teams responsible for marketplace systems, payment integration, logistics technology, and APIs.
Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of the platform.
Implement modern software development practices including Agile and DevOps.

3. IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity

Design and maintain secure cloud infrastructure and data architecture.
Establish enterprise cybersecurity policies and risk mitigation frameworks.
Ensure compliance with international data protection standards and regulations.
Oversee disaster recovery, system resilience, and data protection systems.

4. Data & Artificial Intelligence

Develop data governance frameworks and analytics capabilities.
Implement AI and machine learning models for customer insights, fraud detection, and demand forecasting.
Leverage data-driven decision-making across the organization.

5. Technology Leadership

Build and lead high-performing engineering and IT teams.
Recruit and mentor senior technology leaders including Engineering Directors, DevOps managers, and IT specialists.
Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

6. Strategic Partnerships

Establish partnerships with global technology vendors and cloud providers.
Evaluate and implement enterprise technology solutions.
Collaborate with external developers, research institutions, and innovation hubs.

7. Corporate Governance & Shareholder Alignment

Participate in executive leadership decision-making.
Align technology investments with shareholder value creation.
Provide technical insight to the Board of Directors on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 15+ years of experience in technology leadership roles.
Proven experience in e-commerce platforms, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale distributed systems.
Experience leading multinational engineering teams.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, AI, and modern software architecture.

Core Competencies

Strategic technology leadership
Software architecture & systems design
Cloud computing and infrastructure management
Cybersecurity and data governance
Innovation and digital transformation
Team leadership and talent development

Equity & Financial Participation

In order to Unify the Financial Interest between the Company Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) and the Shareholders, the CTO need be a Shareholder. You will acquire the Company Ordinary Shares of USD.0.774 or Ksh.100.00 per value per share of Market value equivalent to one times (1x) the Director's Annual Cash Retainer or 50,000 shares of the same value per share, whichever is higher to a Maximum of 3.5% of the Total Shares under ESOPs Pool.

Note:

Director's Annual Cash Retainer = USD.50,000 or Ksh.6,640,000;
ESOPs Shares Pool = 7,000,000 Ordinary Shares
Nominal Value per Share = USD.0.774 or Ksh.100.00 per Share

Working Conditions

The CTO will work in a professional office environment, at the Company Head Office Located at The BRICK, Thindigua, along Kiambu Rd, with a collaborative culture. This role may require occasional extended hours to prepare for Board meetings or to address urgent compliance issues. The company promotes a hybrid work model, allowing for a flexible work-life balance.

Compensation & Benefits

a. Financial Compensation

Competitive executive salary of USD.210,500 Annually. This excludes Superannuation and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs)
Sitting Allowances
Paid time off (PTO).
Executive benefits package
Retirement savings plan.
Performance-based bonuses

b. Equity Based Compensation

Equity/Shareholding participation
Employee Share Ownership Plans (ESOPs) which vests over 4 Years
Long-term incentive plans (LTIPs)

c. Non-Financial Compensation

Professional development opportunities.
Health insurance benefits.
Company House. Corporate Employee Official Residence for CTO
Company Car for Official Commute.
Company High Profile Personal Security & Protection Plan for the CTO & immediate Family.

Reporting Structure

The CTO reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and works closely with the executive leadership team and Board of Directors to ensure technological excellence and business growth.

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