A Chief Technology Officer manages and directs technical operations and development at the highest level. Responsible for implementing technologies within an organization that will enhance product development. Establishes an organization's technical strategy and leads all aspects of technological development. Advises other executive leaders of technologies that may improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their departments.
Build the Future of Automotive. GoodAutos isn't building another dealership. We're building one of America's first AI-first automotive companies.
Our belief is simple:
The future isn't hiring more people. It's building better technology. We're creating a modern automotive platform where artificial intelligence, automation, software, and data power every part of the business. Every customer interaction. Every inventory decision. Every marketing campaign. Every operational workflow. Every financial dashboard. Our goal is to replace repetitive work with intelligent systems so our people can focus on delivering an incredible customer experience. If you're excited about AI, automation, software development, and building technology from the ground up, we want to meet you. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Director of AI & Technology to build and lead the technology foundation of GoodAutos. This is not an IT support position. You won't spend your days fixing printers, resetting passwords, or maintaining office computers. Instead, you'll build the technology that powers our company. You'll work directly with the CEO to identify opportunities where AI, automation, software, and data can improve every aspect of our business. Your mission is to help GoodAutos become the most technology-enabled independent automotive retailer in America. Your Mission Design and build the AI operating system that powers GoodAutos.
Every process should become:
People + AI + Automation + Data What You'll OwnArtificial Intelligence Lead the company's AI strategy and implementation. Develop AI agents that improve productivity across every department.
Examples include:
Sales AI Agents Customer Engagement AI Marketing AI Inventory AI Buying AI Recon AI Accounting
AI HR AI
Finance AI Collections AI Executive Assistant AI Reporting AI Business Systems Integration Connect all company software into one seamless operating platform.
Examples include:
DealerCenter DriveCentric QuickBooks Online ShopMonkey CarWars vAuto Dealertrack 700Credit Google Workspace Microsoft 365 Marketing platforms Phone systems Website integrations Third-party APIs Your goal is one connected ecosystem with no duplicate data entry and real-time information flow. Data & Business Intelligence Create executive dashboards that help leaders make better decisions.
Build reporting for:
Sales Inventory Finance Service Marketing Customer Experience Operations Executive KPIs Create one trusted source of business data. Automation Replace manual work with automation.
Examples include:
Lead routing Inventory updates Recon workflow Customer communications Accounting workflows Collections Document generation Notifications Internal approvals Task automation Reporting Internal Software Development Help build proprietary technology that creates a competitive advantage.
Potential projects include:
Inventory Management Platform Buying Platform Recon Management System Executive Dashboard Customer Portal Mobile Applications Internal APIs AI Agent Platform Responsibilities Develop and execute the company's AI strategy Build AI agents that improve business operations Create and maintain software integrations Design scalable automation workflows Build executive dashboards and reporting Develop data architecture and business intelligence Evaluate and implement emerging AI technologies Partner with department leaders to improve efficiency Manage technology vendors and software partners Reduce operating expenses through automation Identify opportunities to eliminate repetitive manual work Document technology standards and best practices Help recruit future technology talent as the company grows What We're Looking For We're looking for a builder. Someone who loves solving problems, learning new technology, and creating systems that make businesses better. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in software development, technology leadership, automation, AI implementation, or systems integration Strong understanding of APIs and software integrations Experience building business automation workflows Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience creating dashboards and business intelligence solutions Excellent communication skills Entrepreneurial mindset Passion for learning and applying emerging AI technologies Preferred Technical Skills Experience with some of the following: OpenAI API Anthropic Claude Google Gemini Python JavaScript or TypeScript SQL Power BI Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud n8n Zapier Make LangChain MCP (Model Context Protocol) Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Vector databases Git REST APIs Automotive experience is a plus but is not required. Success in This RoleWithin 90 Days Complete a technology assessment Build a technology roadmap Launch executive dashboards Deploy initial AI automations Identify high-impact manual processes Within 6 Months Integrate core business systems Launch department dashboards Deploy AI tools across multiple departments Reduce manual work through automation Within 12 Months Build an AI-first operating platform Create dozens of AI-powered workflows Develop proprietary internal tools Help GoodAutos become a technology leader within the automotive industry Why Join GoodAutos? This isn't a maintenance role. It's a chance to build something that doesn't exist today. You'll work directly with the CEO to create an AI-first company from the ground up. You'll have the freedom to experiment, innovate, and build technology that transforms an entire business. If you've ever wanted to help create the future instead of maintaining the past, this is your opportunity. Our Core Beliefs Technology should eliminate repetitive work. AI should empower people—not replace creativity. Every decision should be driven by data. Every process should be measurable. Every department should become smarter through automation. Innovation is everyone's responsibility. At GoodAutos, we don't see ourselves as a traditional dealership. We're building the technology company that happens to sell cars.
Pay:
$100,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
