Chief Technology Officer (CTO) American Ai (Remote- Equity- High Upside Pay)

Position Overview

American AI & Automation (AAIA) is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) responsible for architecting, building, and scaling the company’s technical backbone. This role is designed for a proven technology leader with deep experience in Machine Learning (ML) and Large Language Models (LLMs) who has taken startups from early-stage builds to scalable platforms. Initially involved in hands-on development, you will build processes and SOPs for repeatable AI service delivery and evolve into an executive leader shaping company strategy at the C-Suite table.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of AAIA’s AI service portfolio (ML, LLM, LMS, and SIS integrations).
• Translate client needs into technical architectures, prototypes, and deliverables.
• Build scalable systems for repeatable AI service delivery.
• Directly build and deploy early projects with speed and precision.
• Create clear SOPs, documentation, and frameworks for future engineers.
• Define accurate project scopes and timelines for sales commitments.
• Serve as AAIA’s technology voice at the executive table and partner with the CSO to ensure sales commitments align with technical feasibility.
• Provide technical due diligence and input during business development conversations while shaping the long-term tech roadmap.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering team and establish agile development, QA, security, and deployment processes.
• Engage with enterprise and education clients to explain, scope technical solutions, and support investor conversations with a clear tech vision.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering ML/LLM-driven solutions that scale.
• Startup experience with a track record of building from scratch using lean resources.
• Ability to operate as both a hands-on builder and a strategic executive.
• Strong understanding of education technology ecosystems (LMS/SIS) and enterprise integrations.
• Comfort with ambiguity and a commitment to quality while moving fast.
• Experience leading technical teams from early-stage startups to scale-ups.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with clients, peers, and investors on technical strategy.

Compensation & Equity

• Pay range: $100.00 – $200.00 per hour, based on performance and outcomes.
• Equity: Up to 25–40% based on company revenue structure.
• Option to evolve into a base salary + equity + performance incentives as the company scales.
• No cap on income: Compensation scales directly with success.

Benefits & Perks

• Real equity and ownership in AAIA’s growth trajectory.
• Opportunity to build the technical foundation of a disruptive AI company.
• Direct collaboration with the CEO, CSO, and the executive leadership team.
• Chance to shape the future of AI in education and enterprise.
• Full remote flexibility with expected travel for client meetings, conferences, and strategic opportunities.
• Flexible schedule.