Storyful is an equal opportunity employerJob Description :Position: Chief Product & Technology OfficerLocation: Dublin, IrelandAbout Storyful:Storyful, a News Corp company, is a global leader in social media news and intelligence reporting. We harness data from across the digital and social media landscape to provide trusted, cross-platform content and context in a complex online information environment. Storyful News & VideoStoryful Newswire is a B2B subscription product that is the definitive source for eyewitness news and viral videos. It plays an integral role in newsrooms around the world. We pursue verifiable facts and aim to provide deep context and breaking news first. Storyful IntelligenceAbout the RoleStoryful is looking for a visionary and dynamic Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) to lead our global technology and product strategy and innovation. Based in Dublin, the CPTO will be responsible for the technology, product, and IT teams, driving the evolution of Storyful’s products and platforms, ensuring they meet the needs of customers while positioning Storyful as a market leader in media intelligence. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital media by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and data solutions.Key Responsibilities:Technology & Product Strategy and Innovation Develop and execute a forward-thinking product and technology strategy aligned with Storyful’s mission and business goals.Lead the integration of emerging technologies such as AI/ML, advanced data analytics, and automation to enhance product capabilities, scalability, and user experiences.Champion innovative solutions that improve user-generated content discovery, verification, and delivery processes.Define and execute the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives, market opportunities, and evolving customer needs.Leverage data-driven insights and internal and customer feedback to inform product development and ensure continuous improvement.Platform Development and OptimizationOversee the design, development, and scaling of Storyful’s core product offerings across News & Intelligence to ensure efficiency, scalability, and security.Ensure seamless integration of new technologies and tools with existing systems.Optimize workflows for user-generated content curation and delivery, enhancing speed and accuracy.Drive a user-first approach in product design and development, ensuring exceptional usability, accessibility, and customer engagement.Executive Leadership and Team DevelopmentBuild, mentor, and lead high-performing technology and product teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including editorial, intelligence, and commercial, to align product and technology initiatives with business priorities.Serve as a thought leader, providing product and technical guidance and insights to the executive leadership team.Ensure that product, technology, and business goals are fully aligned, prioritizing features that drive the most value for users and the company.Data Strategy and InsightsDrive the development of robust data platforms to support insights, reporting, and analytics for internal and external stakeholders.Leverage technology to enhance Storyful’s capabilities in verifying and analyzing social media content at scale.Develop and execute a product-led growth strategy, using data analytics and experimentation to drive adoption, engagement, and retention.Governance, Security, and ComplianceEnsure that all technology and product systems and practices comply with global data security and privacy standards.Implement best practices for risk management, system reliability, and disaster recovery.Align product development with regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance while maintaining innovation.Key QualificationsProven experience in a senior product and technology leadership role, ideally within media, social intelligence, or a fast-paced tech environment.Strong expertise in data-driven technologies, AI/ML, cloud platforms, and API-driven architectures.Exceptional track record of managing end-to-end product and technology development, including strategy, design, and delivery.Deep experience in product management, including defining roadmaps, launching new products, and scaling existing offerings.Demonstrated ability to scale products and technology platforms in line with business growth.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.In-depth understanding of content verification, media platforms, or social data insights is a significant advantage.Proven ability to balance product innovation with commercial objectives, driving revenue growth through customer-focused solutions.CompetenciesDemonstrates high self-awareness, empathy, and resilience in fast-moving environments.Fosters strong, trust-based relationships across technical and non-technical teams.Operates with an ownership mindset, making strategic decisions, balancing innovation with financial discipline.Builds and leads high-performing product and technology teams, ensuring alignment with business goals.Brings experience across various industries, company sizes, and tech ecosystems.Thrives in ambiguity, quickly assessing challenges and executing solutions.Sets a compelling vision for how product and technology drive competitive advantage and oversees the budget to achieve this.Represents the company externally, shaping industry conversations on innovation and tech impact.Strong track record of driving product and technology transformation in media and content businesses.Aligns product and technology strategy with revenue growth opportunities.Balances risk-taking with pragmatism in complex, uncertain situations.Customer-focused mindset, ensuring that product decisions are driven by user needs, market trends, and data insights.Job Category:Storyful - Executives