Chief Technology Officer

San Francisco, CA | Reports to President, COO & CFO

At Rothy’s, we know there’s a better way to do business, and it starts by putting the planet and its people first. More than 200 million single-use plastic bottles and 715,000 pounds of ocean-bound marine plastic have been transformed into our signature thread, creating wardrobe staples that look just as good as they feel.

Striving for zero waste, we combine 3D knitting technology and handcrafted assembly to create machine washable styles that don’t compromise on comfort. From classic shoes to carry-everywhere bags, we create essentials for wherever you go.

At Rothy’s, building a sustainable future is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment at our HQ, retail stores and wholly-owned factory, and are growing our community every day.

About the role:

Technology is a critical pillar in our next phase of growth—from ecommerce to data infrastructure to product development. We're building for scale, and we’re looking for a strategic, commercially minded and hands-on Chief Technology Officer to lead the way. The CTO will partner closely with business stakeholders to drive and execute a cohesive and scalable global technology strategy. The ideal candidate is a strategic executor and collaborative leader who can unify systems and teams to support product planning, multi-site manufacturing, global logistics and international omnichannel sales including ecommerce, retail, and wholesale operations.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as a key member of the executive team, aligning technology initiatives with business goals across planning, manufacturing, ecommerce, retail, wholesale, and logistics

• Lead and develop a high-performing team across engineering, product management, UX, and data, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and delivering results

• Own the technology roadmap and architectural vision, ensuring a modern, integrated stack built on Shopify and SAP

• Ensure our technology foundation is secure, scalable, and future-ready, including systems architecture, infrastructure, and tools

• Drive innovation and continuous improvement, balancing near-term execution with long-term thinking

• Maintain data infrastructure and flows that allow for real time decision making

• Collaborate closely with channel leads, operations, marketing and merchandising to enable data-driven decision-making, personalization, and seamless customer experiences

• Manage engineering and IT projects, KPIs, budgets, and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment between technical and financial performance

• Oversee data security and liaise with the audit committee on related topics

• Ensure sound vendor selection, contract negotiation, and oversight of third-party technology partners

• Roll up your sleeves when needed, diving into details without losing the strategic thread

You have:

• Proven experience scaling technology at a global company in a senior leadership role (CTO, CIO, VP or Head of Technology). Direct to consumer or retail experience preferred

• Demonstrated ability to lead through change, set strategic direction, and build high-performing multidisciplinary teams (engineering, product, design, data)

• Deep experience with modern ecommerce platforms (such as Shopify) and enterprise resource planning systems (such as SAP), including the integration of ERP, retail, and digital commerce technologies into a cohesive ecosystem

• Experience supporting 3PLs, retail store systems, and wholesale business models

• Strong business acumen and communication skills—able to translate tech into business value with a collaborative, partnership driven approach to working with cross functional teams

• A builder's mindset: agile, curious, and comfortable in ambiguity

• Humility and a leadership style that inspires trust and collaboration across a diverse population

Our benefits:

• Generous paid time off

• 401k matching

• Comprehensive health plans for you and your family

• Supplemental mental health benefits

• Monthly wellness reimbursement

• Employee Discount Program!

Pay range:

$350,000 - $425,000 annually

Base pay is one part of the total rewards package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

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