Chief Information Officer

Company Description

StarAtlas is an HTML5-based astronomy application that helps users find the current positions of stars and planets at their specific location. The platform delivers accurate, real-time celestial data through an intuitive and interactive interface. StarAtlas is designed for both casual stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts, making complex astronomical information accessible and engaging. The company is focused on innovation in web-based astronomy tools and on scaling a reliable, high-performance application experience for a global user base. Role Description The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading StarAtlas’s overall information technology vision and execution. This role oversees IT operations, systems architecture, data management, and security to ensure high availability and performance of the astronomy application. The CIO will define and implement IT strategy aligned with business goals, partner with product and engineering teams on technology roadmaps, and drive continuous improvement of infrastructure and processes. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing IT budgets, guiding vendor and cloud relationships, establishing governance and compliance standards, and mentoring IT team members. The CIO will also play a key role in risk management, business continuity planning, and supporting cross-functional initiatives that enhance user experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Strong background in Information Technology, including enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and security best practices. Proven experience in IT Operations and IT Management, overseeing distributed teams, infrastructure reliability, and incident response. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute IT Strategy that aligns technology investments with business goals and growth plans. Experience in Business Process design and optimization, with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. Track record in leadership roles such as CIO, VP of IT, or similar, preferably in software, SaaS, or data-driven product environments. Working knowledge of modern web technologies, cloud-native architectures, and data analytics; familiarity with geospatial or astronomical data is a plus. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence at the executive level. Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, CISSP, PMP) are advantageous.