PeerSource

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PeerSource is currently recruiting for a Chief Product & Technology Officer on a Direct Hire basis. This role is based out of Philadelphia, PA but open to remote with frequent travel. Summary We are seeking a highly strategic and externally facing Chief Product & Technology Officer to lead both product and engineering functions for a growing B2B software organization. This executive will define and execute the long-term product vision, drive AI innovation, and align technology strategy with a clear path toward a future exit. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of engineering depth, product leadership, and commercial acumen, and is comfortable serving as the public-facing voice of the company. Responsibilities • Define and own the end-to-end product and technology strategy, including long-term roadmap, platform evolution, and AI-driven innovation initiatives. • Lead and integrate product management, UI/UX, and global engineering teams, including oversight of a distributed organization across the US, UK, and India. • Serve as the external face of the company for product and technology, engaging with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders. • Establish and drive the AI product strategy, advancing early-stage capabilities into scalable, revenue-generating solutions. • Partner with executive leadership to shape the company’s exit strategy, aligning product vision and technology investments to maximize enterprise value. • Translate market needs and industry trends (particularly in wholesale, distribution, and eCommerce/PIM domains) into actionable product direction. • Collaborate with their Engineering Leader to ensure high-quality execution, scalable architecture, and operational excellence. • Lead platform modernization efforts, including legacy system evolution and next-generation architecture initiatives. Required Skills • 10-15 years of experience in product and engineering leadership roles, with progression into executive-level responsibility (e.g., CPTO, CTO, CPO, or similar) for at least a $50M+ company. • Proven recent experience leading both product and engineering functions within a B2B SaaS environment. • Industry background is highly preferred: Building and scaling B2B eCommerce, PIM, or wholesale/distribution software products. • Hands-on familiarity with modern AI technologies along with experience contributing to or launching AI-enabled products in the past year. • Demonstrated ability to define product vision, roadmap strategy, and align technical execution with commercial outcomes. • Experience leading global, distributed teams and managing senior leaders across multiple regions. • Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, boards, and investors. • Experience supporting M&A, fundraising, or exit planning. • Familiarity with platform modernization and multi-tenant architectures. • Bachelor’s degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred. H1 sponsorship is not available. PeerSource is a nationwide technology recruiting firm that prioritizes building strong relationships with the talented professionals we are fortunate to serve. We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities throughout the US and support W2 as well as independent consultants working on a Corp-to-Corp basis. W2 benefits with PeerSource include health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a matching retirement plan. Contact us for more details!