Our firm has been exclusively retained to conduct a confidential search for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) on behalf of a well-capitalized, growth-oriented asset-based lending platform headquartered in New York City.
This is a senior leadership role for a technology executive who can align systems, data, and security with the needs of a regulated, credit-driven financial services business.
The Opportunity
The CTO will be responsible for setting and executing the firm’s technology strategy across lending platforms, data infrastructure, cybersecurity, and systems scalability. This role partners closely with the executive team and plays a critical role in supporting underwriting, portfolio management, risk, and reporting functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the firm’s overall technology strategy and roadmap
- Oversee lending systems, credit platforms, collateral management tools, and integrations
- Lead application development, infrastructure, data, and cybersecurity functions
- Ensure technology supports regulatory, compliance, and audit requirements
- Drive system scalability, reliability, and performance as the platform grows
- Partner with credit, risk, finance, and operations teams to enhance data visibility and reporting
- Manage third-party vendors, fintech partners, and outsourced providers
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing internal technology team
- Establish strong governance, controls, and disaster recovery protocols
Ideal Background
- Senior technology leadership experience (CTO, VP Engineering, Head of Technology, or equivalent)
- Prior experience in asset-based lending, commercial lending, specialty finance, or fintech
- Strong understanding of credit workflows, collateral monitoring, and financial data systems
- Experience operating within regulated financial environments
- Proven track record of scaling platforms and modernizing legacy systems
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
Technical & Leadership Profile
- Expertise across cloud infrastructure, application architecture, data platforms, and cybersecurity
- Experience integrating loan origination systems, servicing platforms, and reporting tools
- Ability to balance hands-on technical depth with executive-level leadership
- Strong communication skills with boards, investors, and senior executives
Why This Role
- Executive seat at the leadership table in a growing ABL platform
- Opportunity to shape technology strategy with meaningful influence
- Competitive executive compensation package, including incentives
- High-impact role supporting growth, risk management, and operational excellence
Search Process
This role is being handled on a confidential basis by an executive search firm.
If you are qualified, please apply within, and we look forward to speaking with you.
