to lead the technology strategy, product development, and innovation for our healthcare start-up. The CTO will be responsible for architecting scalable solutions, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and driving the adoption of cutting-edge digital health technologies to transform patient care.
This role is ideal for a
strategic thinker with strong technical depth
, proven leadership in start-up environments, and passion for healthcare innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Technology Strategy & Leadership
Define and own the company's
technology roadmap
aligned with business objectives.
Lead the
end-to-end development
of digital healthcare products (mobile apps, web platforms, AI/ML integrations, IoT.)
Evaluate, select, and implement appropriate
technology stacks
and architectures.
Stay ahead of emerging
digital health trends
(telemedicine, AI diagnostics, wearables, blockchain for health records).
Healthcare Compliance & Security
Ensure compliance with
healthcare and health data regulations
(HIPAA, GDPR, UAE healthcare laws, DHA/DOH/MOHAP and TDRA requirements).
Oversee
data privacy and cybersecurity protocols
for sensitive patient health information.
Implement best practices in
interoperability
(e.g., HL7, FHIR standards).
Product Development & Innovation
Drive
Minimum Viable Process development
and rapid prototyping in alignment with business needs.
Collaborate with clinicians, patients, and stakeholders to design
user-centric healthcare solutions
.
Integrate
AI, predictive analytics, and digital health tools
to enhance patient outcomes.
Team Building & Management
Build, lead, and mentor a
cross-functional engineering team
(developers, data scientists, AI specialists).
Foster a culture of
innovation, accountability, and agile development
.
Collaborate with product, operations, and clinical teams to ensure seamless delivery.
Stakeholder & Investor Relations
Present technical vision and progress to
investors, board members, and regulators
.
Translate complex technical topics into business-friendly insights.
Support
fundraising efforts
by highlighting technology differentiation and scalability.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in
Computer Science, Engineering, Health Informatics, or related field
.
Proven experience as a
CTO, VP of Engineering, or senior technology leader
in start-ups (preferably healthcare or regulated industries).
Strong knowledge of
cloud infrastructure, mobile development, APIs, and DevOps
.
Experience with
health data systems, EMRs/EHRs, interoperability protocols
.
Familiarity with
regulatory frameworks
in healthcare technology.
Hands-on leadership style: ability to code, prototype, and set up infrastructure when needed.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
Experience with
AI/ML, IoT, wearable integrations, or blockchain
in healthcare.
Knowledge of
UAE/GCC healthcare systems
is a plus.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in an early-stage, resource-constrained environment.
Compensation
Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience).
Performance-based incentives.
Job Type: Full-time
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