Chief Technology Officer
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)Location: Stanford, CA (Full-Time) or Hybrid – Nairobi, KenyaCompany: Bypass Smartways LimitedCompany DescriptionBypass Smartways is building the fiscal infrastructure for emerging economies.We design systems that make compliance provable, auditable, and valuable — turning regulatory data into verified trust signals and liquidity opportunities.Our platform connects SMEs, financiers, and regulators through deterministic, audit-grade technology — enabling automation, transparency, and inclusive financial growth across Africa and beyond.Role DescriptionThe Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for driving Bypass Smartways’ technology vision and execution.This is a senior, full-time leadership role, based at Stanford, CA or Hybrid in Nairobi, Kenya.The CTO will:Define and execute the company’s overall technology and product architecture strategy.Lead engineering, data, and security teams in building a deterministic fiscal compliance state machine.Ensure that all software development aligns with regulatory, operational, and commercial goals.Collaborate with executive leadership to deliver high-impact, audit-grade solutions.Balance innovation with disciplined engineering — transforming complexity into clarity, and compliance into value.QualificationsProven proficiency in software development and product engineering.Experience in project management and IT strategy execution.Demonstrated expertise in system architecture and infrastructure design.Strong leadership and decision-making skills in fast-paced environments.Excellent communication and organizational abilities.Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.Prior experience in fintech, regtech, or compliance automation is a strong advantage.Experience leading distributed or hybrid engineering teams is preferred.Why Join Bypass SmartwaysBuild Africa’s first Operating System of Fiscal Trust — where compliance becomes capital.Work at the frontier of AI, cryptography, and digital governance.Collaborate with policy, finance, and technology leaders across two continents.Shape the foundation of fiscal infrastructure for the next generation of businesses.To Apply:Send your resume and a brief statement of technical vision to: careers@bypasssmartways.com Subject: CTO — Application