Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an Interim Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for our India-based support team. This role is designed for the pre-funding phase of Atman AI, where the India team functions as a freelancer-style support unit for the Dubai HQ. The Interim CTO will focus on technical execution, MVP coordination, and vendor management until global funding is secured. After funding, a senior global CTO will be hired in Dubai to lead empire-scale technology and innovation.

This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who thrives in lean conditions, can manage external vendors and freelancers, and deliver MVPs across Atman OS pillars while laying the foundation for future global scaling.

Core Responsibilities

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Oversee architecture and delivery of early MVPs for Atman OS (Identity, Safety, Money, Influence, Humanity).

Vendor & Partner Management:
Coordinate external developers, tech vendors, and consultants; ensure timely, quality deliverables.

Product Roadmaps:

Translate founder's vision into actionable technical roadmaps with clear milestones (Gate A-C).

Integration Oversight:

Ensure alignment of India deliverables with Dubai HQ strategy; prepare system integration packs for smooth scale-up.

Coordinate with Project Manager:

Work closely with the Project Manager to design frameworks, select tech stacks, and structure systems for building products.

Tech Documentation:

Maintain lightweight but clear documentation for IP timestamping, investor due diligence, and team handovers.

Company Tech Setup:

Support compliance for India-side technology operations (basic infosec hygiene, vendor contracts, system access logs).

AI & Tools Adoption:

Deploy AI copilots, automation (Zapier/n8n), and collaboration tools (Notion, GitHub, Jira) to maximize efficiency.

Required Skills & Background

3-6 years of experience in software development and technical leadership. Proven record of delivering at least 1-2 MVPs in a startup environment. Knowledge of AI, fintech, or security basics preferred. Ability to coordinate distributed teams, vendors, and freelance developers. Familiarity with AI tools, automation frameworks, and rapid prototyping. Strong communication skills, able to translate technical progress into investor/founder-ready updates.
Ideal Background

Prior role as Tech Lead / Engineering Manager / Startup CTO. Exposure to blockchain, identity, fintech, or SaaS platforms. Experience preparing technical documentation for IP filings or investor data rooms.
Compensation & Structure

Salary Estimate: ₹40,000 - ?70,000 per month (pre-funding budget range). Contract/freelancer-style engagement under Atman AI (Dubai). Potential to transition into a global leadership role post-funding (Dubai-based).
Success Metrics

MVPs delivered on time (Gate milestones achieved). Clean technical documentation ready for IP timestamping and investors. Effective coordination with vendors, Project Manager, and India support team. Seamless integration hand-offs to Dubai HQ.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person