Field CTO
Celonis is seeking a visionary and strategic Field CTO to serve as a high-impact technical advisor for its most strategic prospects and customers. In this role, the Field CTO will act as a peer to client executives, translating complex business transformations into scalable technical strategies. The position involves driving innovation by championing Process Intelligence, Agentic AI, and Enterprise Modernization, ensuring that Celonis' technology aligns with the evolving needs of the global market.
Key responsibilities include serving as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, aligning their long-term strategic goals with Celonis' technical vision. The Field CTO will lead the overarching data, cloud, and innovation strategy for the company's largest global accounts, utilizing methodologies like Capability Mapping to identify high-value opportunities. Additionally, the role involves architecting "first-of-a-kind" solutions using emergent technologies like Agentic AI to solve complex enterprise challenges. The Field CTO will also partner with Sales and Value Engineering to drive revenue through new customer acquisition and strategic up-selling, act as a critical feedback loop between Product & Engineering teams and the market, and develop customer-facing position papers and presentations that establish Celonis as a leader in architecture and innovation.
The ideal candidate will have 15 to 20 years of relevant experience, ideally having served as a CTO at a consulting firm, as Field CTO at a software vendor, or as Director/VP of Enterprise Architecture within a major corporation. A proven track record of presenting complex technical visions to C-suite stakeholders in a way that emphasizes business value is essential. Deep experience in Enterprise Modernization, EA Methodologies, and a robust understanding of Agentic AI are required. The candidate should possess excellent background in Data Architecture, API ecosystems, and cloud-native SaaS solutions like Salesforce and ServiceNow. Strong knowledge of at least one ERP system (SAP or Oracle) or extensive domain expertise in highly regulated industries like Financial Services is also necessary. An MSc degree in Computer Science or an equivalent IT-related field is required.
Celonis offers a range of benefits, including generous PTO, hybrid working options, company equity (RSUs), comprehensive benefits, extensive parental leave, dedicated volunteer days, and more. The company provides access to resources such as gym subsidies, counseling, and well-being programs. Employees can find community and support through dedicated inclusion and belonging programs. Celonis is driven by strong values that guide everything they do: Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future. The company fosters a dynamic, international team of talented individuals and encourages contribution of ideas in an open culture with autonomous teams.