CTO

About Utimaco
Utimaco has been a trusted name in cybersecurity for over 40 years. Headquartered in Aachen,
Germany and Campbell, USA, we develop hardware security modules, key management, data
protection, identity management, and data intelligence solutions for regulated critical
infrastructures worldwide. With colleagues from 42 nationalities and 45 languages spoken, we
are a truly global team united by a shared mission: making the digital world more secure.

• Develop and execute the Group-wide technology strategy aligned with the overall business strategy
• Drive innovationwith a specific focus on quantum computing and AI technologies
• Own the product architecture and technology roadmap, connecting technological excellence
  with business value and customer outcomes
• Build a focused innovation portfolio with clear priorities, investment decisions and measurable outcomes
• Ensure secure, scalable and resilient platforms, and govern architecture, cloud adoption and
  DevSecOps practices
• Manage technology-related risks, cybersecurity, compliance and regulatory requirements
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation and continuous improvement

Your profile

• Extensive experience in international technology, engineering or product leadership roles.
• Proven track record in technology strategy, transformation and organizational scaling, including multi-year product and technology roadmaps
• Strong expertise or substantial leadership experience in cybersecurity, cryptography, resilient systems and technology-related compliance; a background in quantum cryptography or AI business models is a strong advantage
• Deep understanding of modern software, platform and systems architectures, as well as secure development and operating models
• Experience working with Executive Boards, senior leadership teams, customers and strategic partners, and the ability to communicate complex topics clearly
• Entrepreneurial mindset, high execution focus and excellent German and English language skills, both written and spoken

We offer

• Diverse, international team with colleagues from 42 nationalities
• Flexible working hours to fit your lifestyle
• Modern offices, including our brand-new headquarters in Aachen (2025)
• Health insurance for overseas travel and private accident insurance
• Company pension scheme to support your future
• Special payments for personal milestones (jubilees, weddings, childbirths)