Chief Technology Officer

AI Strategy & Execution
• Lead Silverleaf’s AI & technology roadmap aligned with organizational goals
• Integrate AI across academics, operations, and internal systems
• Continuously test, iterate, and improve AI-driven solutions Technical Leadership
• Mentor and up skill the tech team in AI tools and best practices
• Advise on system architecture, code reviews, and engineering decisions
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of all systems Product & Innovation
• Build AI-powered products (e.g. AI tutor, internal tools)
• Drive rapid prototyping and product iteration
• Bridge technical complexity for non-technical teams Cross-functional Collaboration
• Work closely with leadership, product, and operations teams
• Translate technical insights into actionable decisions for all teams
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Essential
• CTO, Tech Lead or Senior Engineer experience (startup a plus)
• Strong hands-on AI/ML skills — LLMs, APIs, automation tools
• Track record building and scaling tech products or platforms
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Highly Valued
• Experience in Ed Tech, education, or social impact organizations
• Background working in Africa or emerging markets
• Cloud platforms and system architecture expertise
• AI product development and prompt engineering
• Fluency in English and Swahili