Director of Technology |Relocate to Goa|

Company Overview:

Staymaster is a Goa based hospitality & prop tech startup dedicated to making vacations more memorable and authentic. With Staymaster discerning travellers are mastering the new way to stay in handpicked private vacation homes with professional hotel like hospitality and service. With a strong focus on providing seamless and personalized services, Staymaster aims to digitize and enhance its current offerings in the hospitality space. As a pioneer in the market, Staymaster is committed to leveraging technology to deliver exceptional guest & homeowner experiences while streamlining operations.

Position Overview:

Staymaster is seeking a highly motivated and visionary Director of Technology to spearhead the company's digital transformation journey. As the first technology hire, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of Staymaster's product and services. This is a unique opportunity to join an early-stage startup with the potential to grow into the Chief Technology Officer role within 12-18 months, based on your performance and impact.

Responsibilities:

Technology Strategy and Leadership:
• Develop and execute the technology roadmap in alignment with Staymaster's business goals and objectives.
• Lead and inspire a team of engineers and developers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Drive technical decision-making and provide guidance on architecture, infrastructure, and software development methodologies.

Product Development and Digitization:
• Drive the digitization of Staymaster's offerings by conceptualizing, designing, and developing cutting-edge technology solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize digital initiatives that enhance the guest experience and streamline operations.
• Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software products, leveraging agile methodologies and best practices.

Technical Excellence and Innovation:
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the organization.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting the adoption of new tools, frameworks, and development practices.
• Champion data-driven decision-making, leveraging analytics and user feedback to optimize product performance and user experience.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:
• Collaborate closely with the executive team to align technology initiatives with business objectives and growth strategies.
• Work closely with external partners, vendors, and technology providers to identify opportunities for collaboration and integration.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear and actionable insights.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Proven experience (6+ years) in leading and managing technology teams, preferably in a startup environment.
• Strong background in software development, with expertise in one or more modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Demonstrated success in driving digital transformations and delivering complex technology projects.
• Experience in the hospitality or prop tech industry is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to understand and align technology initiatives with strategic objectives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with a passion for innovation, disruption, and creating exceptional customer experiences.

You Get To:
• Build something worthwhile, ground up
• Ownership from Day 1
• A very open and entrepreneurial culture
• An opportunity to stay, work and celebrate in some of the finest properties
• Flexi Working Hours
• Live & work near the beach in Goa (enough said!)

If you are a visionary technologist looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and rapidly growing startup, while shaping the future of the hospitality industry, we invite you to join Staymaster as our Director of Technology. Apply now and be part of our journey to revolutionise guest experiences through technology