Growth99 - Chief Technology Officer - Web Development (9-12 yrs)

Company : Growth99

Location : Remote

Reports to : India Operations Head

About Growth99 :

Growth99 is revolutionizing how aesthetic and wellness practices thrive in the digital age. As the leading integrated SaaS marketing platform built exclusively for aesthetic practices, wellness centers, and cosmetic dentistry, we eliminate the complexity of managing multiple tools and agencies. Our rapidly growing team combines cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise to deliver predictable practice growth. We're seeking ambitious professionals who want to shape the future of practice growth while building an extraordinary career. Join us in transforming the aesthetic and wellness industry through innovation, collaboration, and measurable results.

Position Overview :

As the Director of Web Development and Strategy, you will lead Growth99's web development business, one of three key components of the practice growth platform we sell to our market. You will be responsible for developing the key strategies for how we deliver and manage our value proposition in this area of the business. Your role will be a compelling combination of general manager, product strategist, and operational leader. This role combines domain and technical expertise with strategic leadership, requiring a deep understanding of web development, design trends, and user experience at scale.

Key Responsibilities :

Website Business Leadership :

- Oversee the ongoing development and management of our web development business, including how we engage with clients to collect requirements, build beautiful and high performance websites, and maintain and optimize existing websites over time.

- Build and manage operational and technology capabilities to support 50-100 new websites builds per month, while achieving high standards of design, functionality, and performance.

- Establish key performance metrics that capture how we are performing in delivering value to our clients, while achieving our own operational and financial goals.

- Build productive relationships with other tightly integrated functions across the business, including digital marketing services (e.g. SEO, content), infrastructure, sales, onboarding, and client experience.

Strategic Planning & Innovation :

- Develop and execute a forward-thinking website business strategy aligned with Growth99's vision and business objectives.

- Stay ahead of industry trends to recommend and implement innovative web technologies, processes, and strategies.

- Work with operational leaders to drive process innovation and improvements, always focused on delivering best-in-class websites, quickly, and for the lowest possible cost.

- Ensure all websites and supporting processes adhere to industry best practices for security, data protection, and accessibility. Meeting key industry standards as warranted.

Project Management :

- Manage a portfolio of client web projects, ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards.

- Prioritize and allocate resources effectively across multiple projects, meeting deadlines and exceeding client expectations.

- Establish KPIs to track and measure the success of web initiatives.

- Drive standard and performance of the website support organization, responsible for ongoing client and company-drive website modifications.

Team Leadership & Development :

- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing website team, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation.

- Provide regular feedback, coaching, and development opportunities to team members.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align web strategies with marketing, branding, and technical initiatives.

- Act as a thought leader in client consultations, providing insights into emerging web technologies, security standards, and best practices.

Client Interaction & Stakeholder Engagement :

- Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into actionable website business strategies.

- Present strategies, project updates, and technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders.

- Serve as a thought leader in client consultations, offering insights on web technologies and best practices.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree.

- 8+ years of experience in website development and management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in a relevant business, include marketing agencies, SaaS, or other related recurring revenue businesses.

- Proven experience managing and delivering complex projects.

Technical Skills :

- Proficiency in web development technologies and frameworks (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript,React.js, Angular, or Vue.js) and (React.js, Angular, or Vue.js).

- Expertise with CMS and eCommerce solutions, especially WordPress and Elementor. .

- Familiarity with SEO principles, web analytics, and performance optimization tools.

- Knowledge of database management and APIs.

- LiteSpeed Web Server and Apache or NGINX (where applicable)

- Ubuntu (or other Linux distributions for servers)

- AWS (Amazon Web Services), Google Cloud, or Azure

- MySQL and MongoDB

- Trello, Asana, or Jira for the task management

- Google Workspace tools like Gmail, Meet, and Docs

- Jenkins, GitHub Actions

- Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, or HubSpot for email marketing

- SEO tools SEMrush, or Ahrefs

- Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager

Soft Skills :

- Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset.

- Exceptional project management and organizational skills.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- A creative problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.