
About SonarSource
The code quality management platform for developers
Key Highlights
- Unicorn status with $459.9 million in funding
- Serves major clients like NASA, Microsoft, and IBM
- Headquartered in Vernier, Switzerland with global offices
- Majority of Fortune 100 companies use SonarSource
SonarSource, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Vernier, Switzerland, is a leading code quality management platform that helps developers write clean code and remediate existing code. With over $459.9 million in funding, SonarSource has achieved Unicorn status and serves a vast customer base, incl...
🎁 Benefits
SonarSource offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance. Employees also ...
🌟 Culture
SonarSource fosters a culture that prioritizes engineering excellence and innovation, with a focus on maintaining high code quality standards. The com...
Overview
SonarSource is seeking a Field CTO to lead engagements with high-profile customers and shape the product roadmap in the age of AI. This role requires strong leadership and technical expertise to enhance the developer experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in technology leadership roles, ideally with a strong background in software development and a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Your ability to engage with high-profile customers and translate their needs into actionable insights is a key strength. You are passionate about improving code quality and security, and you understand the importance of developer productivity in the context of modern software development.
You thrive in collaborative environments and are skilled at building relationships across teams. Your experience in the open-source community has equipped you with a unique perspective on software development and the challenges developers face. You are committed to fostering a culture of accountability, positivity, and urgency within your team, ensuring that everyone is aligned with the company's mission and goals.
Desirable
Experience with AI technologies and their application in software development is a plus. Familiarity with various programming languages and frameworks will help you engage effectively with developers and understand their challenges. You are comfortable with frequent travel, as this role requires visiting customer sites and collaborating with teams across multiple offices.
What you'll do
As the Field CTO at SonarSource, you will be the definitive thought leader on the future of the SDLC in the age of AI. Your role will involve engaging with high-profile customers to understand their needs and challenges, which will directly inform and shape our product roadmap and go-to-market strategy. You will work closely with internal teams to ensure that our solutions meet the highest standards of quality and security, ultimately helping developers build better and more secure applications.
You will lead initiatives to improve the developer experience by streamlining workflows and integrating AI assistants into our solutions. Your insights will be crucial in guiding product development and ensuring that Sonar remains indispensable to global technology organizations. You will also be responsible for representing SonarSource at industry events and conferences, sharing your expertise and promoting our vision for the future of software development.
What we offer
At SonarSource, you will be part of a team of brilliant and motivated professionals dedicated to helping developers succeed. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can thrive and make a significant impact. Our commitment to high standards and operational efficiency means that you will have the resources and support needed to excel in your role. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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