Description:
We’re looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with a builder’s mindset, someone who wants to be more than an employee and is ready to co-found, build, and scale ZapLock from 0 to 1 and beyond.
As CTO, you will:
- Lead the end-to-end development of RFID smart locker hardware.
- Responsible for designing and developing embedded systems using microcontrollers and IoT platforms, with integration into electronic locking hardware.
- Oversee the development of mobile/web applications for locker access.
- Set up a scalable backend system (reservations, logs, access status, etc.).
- Ensure data security, scalability, and system reliability.
- Work with suppliers/vendors for PCB fabrication, RFID modules, and prototyping.
- Explore and implement next-gen solutions (Bluetooth/NFC, smartwatch sync, IoT integrations).
- Collaborate with co-founders on strategy, product design, and scaling.
- Build and eventually lead a small tech team as we grow.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field.
- Seeking last-year students and fresh graduates.
- Strong hands-on experience with microcontrollers & IoT.
- RFID/NFC systems, electronic locks, sensors, relays, circuit design & prototyping.
- Backend systems (Firebase, Node.js, etc.)
- Mobile apps (Flutter/React Native)
- Experience in building IoT/hardware products or working with early-stage startups.
- Passionate about rapid prototyping, innovation, and product building.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, resource-constrained startup environment.