Head of Technology and Product (Chief Technology Officer/CTO) (Cambridge)

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Were looking for a strategic, collaborative, and forward-thinking technology leader to join the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre (CCDC) as Head of Technology and Product (Chief Technology Officer/CTO).

This senior leadership role will shape the future of CCDCs scientific software, digital platforms, and technical infrastructure. As a member of the Executive Team, youll lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, user-focused products that drive scientific discovery worldwide.

What Youll Be Doing

• Defining and delivering technology and product strategies that support CCDCs mission.
• Leading and developing a high-performing technical function spanning software development, IT/systems, product management, and support.
• Championing best practices in architecture, platform design, and cloud-native delivery.
• Overseeing the teams responsible for infrastructure, security, and data platforms and technical AI innovation.
• Overseeing infrastructure, security, and data platforms to support future growth and AI innovation.
• Collaborating across science, commercial, and data teams to align on delivery and impact.

What Were Looking For

• Proven leadership of large, cross-functional technical teams, with a strong track record in line management and team development.
• Deep expertise in software engineering, architecture, and technology strategy.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure, scalable platforms, and AI or data-driven applications.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, from technical teams to executive stakeholders.
• A passion for scientific impact, user-focused service, and the public good.

Why join us?

The CCDC is a not-for-profit and registered charity with a global reputation in structural science. Based in Cambridge, we combine scientific excellence with real-world impact, supporting researchers in academia and industry worldwide.

We offer a flexible, hybrid working model and a supportive, inclusive culture. This is a rare opportunity to lead technology at a globally respected organisation, delivering tools that underpin drug discovery, materials innovation, and fundamental science.

Next Steps

For further details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification.

To apply, please click 'Apply for this job', attaching a copy of your CV and a covering letter, prior to the closing date of 12th September 2025 .

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• Seniority level
  Executive

• Employment type
  Full-time

• Job function
  Information Technology
• Industries
  IT Services and IT Consulting

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