Chief Technology Officer and EVP, Deep Tech & Exploration

XPRIZE Foundation

103d • $275,000 - $325,000

About The Position

XPRIZE is seeking an experienced EVP, Deep Tech & Exploration to drive operational best practices and overall excellence in our Prizes and Challenges programs within the Deep Tech domain. The EVP, Deep Tech & Exploration will play a key leadership role by leading strategy execution of the Deep Tech domain.

Requirements

• 12-15 years of relevant professional experience in Deep Tech with strong business acumen.
• PhD in Computer Science or Physics is desired with established trust, credibility, reputation, and integrity in the Deep Tech community outside XPRIZE.
• Current and able practitioner or researcher in AI/ML hardware and software platforms.
• Demonstrated annual P&L responsibility of at least $10M.
• Desirable if candidate has successful experience in raising philanthropic donations or venture capital in Deep Tech and or Space Tech.
• Skillsets required: Azure cloud proficiency, Salesforce, Angular, any form of industry leading blockchain technology, and AI/ML integrations.
• Experience in public speaking as well as leading Executive level meetings, webinars, workshops, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity, data privacy, and risk management related to IT infrastructure and AI systems.
• Strong collaborator with experience building and working with ecosystems and partner organizations.
• Superior interpersonal skills, including strong managerial and supervisory experience of fast-paced, nimble, and highly-skilled teams.
• Track record in overseeing and leading individuals and teams to smooth execution of multiple initiatives and projects.
• Skilled in interacting with professionals at all levels of authority within major corporations, government agencies, and research institutions.
• Strong business writing and professional verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive and think creatively and calmly in highly fluid situations and under intense schedules and deadlines.
• Highly diplomatic, with proven crisis management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all of XPRIZE’s IT infrastructure, platforms, and budgets, including Azure cloud services and enterprise systems.
• Manages public-facing platforms: website, community engagement web/app.
• Oversees proprietary systems including Prize Operations Platform (POP) and Learning Management System (LMS).
• Handles cybersecurity, data privacy, and risk management.
• Manages IT budget, vendor relationships, and long-term technology strategy.
• Guides domain vision, strategy, and prize ideation for Deep Tech and Exploration.
• Manages the Deep Tech & Exploration Brain Trust, a network of world experts contributing to Visioneering and leading edge innovation.
• Oversees the $5M XPRIZE Google Quantum Applications prize and future competitions in quantum, Robotics, AI/ML, nanotech, materials, and space.
• Actively supports fundraising for new prizes, including philanthropic and corporate sponsorships.
• Provides strategic oversight of program teams in the Deep Tech & Exploration domain including prize operations with Directors/Managers running day-to-day execution.
• Serves as accountable executive, advisor, and connector across the domain and organization.
• Holds budget authority on program spending within the domain.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $275,000 to $325,000.
• Eligibility for an annual incentive.
• Competitive pay package including base salary and bonus.
• Extensive benefits package.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees