Job Description
Job Title: Chief Technology Officer – CTO
Employment Type : Full Time, 40 hours/week
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Type : In-Person
Who We Are Life Surge is a leading company in the industry of faith-based live events and financial education programs. One of the fastest growing organizations in the country, Life Surge exists to inspire, train and equip people to build their personal impact in ways that glorify God. By producing 30+ annual events and providing financial education to thousands around the nation, we do just that.
We are a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about helping people learn, grow, and connect so they may live more enriched lives. Our culture is one where we celebrate each other, individually and as a team. We look to acknowledge and reward our star performers. Let your light shine in our company!
The Opportunity As we expand into a tech-driven future, we are seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to architect and execute the next phase of our technology evolution helping us go from a startup tech environment to enterprise tech environment with multiple brands, businesses, and tech products.
This is a rare opportunity to shape a growing edtech and digital services company from the inside out—integrating our event-based, education, and product platforms into scalable, innovative, and mission-aligned technology solutions.
The Role: As a key member of the executive team, the CTO will lead our technology vision, strategy, and execution. This role is responsible for driving tech product innovation, overseeing IT infrastructure, advancing data and analytics capabilities, ensuring cybersecurity, and building an agile, scalable tech foundation across Life Surge, SurgeU, and future brands.
Responsibilities: Technology Strategy & Vision - Develop and execute a forward-looking technology roadmap that supports the company’s vision for scalable growth, digital engagement, and operational excellence.
- Lead the transformation of SurgeU from an event and education company to a technology-forward edtech and tech services organization.
- Identify and implement emerging technologies that can amplify our reach, enhance customer experience, and unlock new revenue streams.
Product Innovation & Platform Development - Oversee the architecture and development of our proprietary SaaS tech product suite, such as but not limited to:
- Trade Surge (trading and investing platform)
- Deal Surge (real estate investment platform)
- Biz Surge (business platform)
- Influence Surge (personal brand & influencer platform)
- SurgeU Learning Portal & Mobile App
- Collaborate with Product and Marketing to ensure exceptional user experience, engagement, and long-term customer value.
- Work with the Strategy and Product team on analyzing buy, build or partner tech opportunities.
Data, Analytics & Infrastructure - Redesign and modernize our data architecture—making analytics, dashboards, and reporting a strategic strength of the organization.
- Create a unified data ecosystem across all customer touchpoints, platforms, and departments to support better decision-making and personalization.
- Create and implement the right machine and AI tech into our operating systems and product technologies.
IT Operations & Cybersecurity - Oversee all internal IT systems, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise software—ensuring performance, scalability, and security.
- Lead cybersecurity and compliance initiatives, including disaster recovery and data privacy.
- Ensure all systems and operations comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in collaboration with Legal and Compliance.
Leadership & Culture - Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing, mission-aligned technology team.
- Foster a culture of innovation, velocity, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Collaborate with and serve the needs of a highly performing Executive Leadership Team reporting to the COO.
Qualifications: - Proven experience as a CTO, Tech VP, or equivalent executive tech leadership role in a growth-stage or mid-market company (edtech, SaaS, or digital platforms preferred).
- Deep expertise in software development, enterprise IT, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
- Strong experience integrating customer-facing platforms, data analytics, and digital ecosystems.
- Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into scalable technology execution.
- Experience with event platforms, learning management systems (LMS), and CRM integrations is a plus.
- Strategic thinker with hands-on technical acumen and team-building leadership.
- Alignment with our mission and values; kingdom-minded leader who embraces innovation with purpose.
Benefits: - Profit Sharing, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Holiday, and Paid Time Off.
- Non-corporate, casual, entrepreneurial, comfortable, fun, and proactive work environment.
- High-level performers, disciplined, and self-motivated people will do VERY WELL in this environment.
Life Surge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and seek to empower each individual while supporting the many perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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