Chief Technology Officer Job at Metric Bio, Sonoma, CA

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  • Metric Bio
  • Sonoma, CA

Job Description

Chief Technology Officer – Bio-Based Materials

A fast-growing, venture-backed company pioneering carbon-conserving microbes and bio-based materials is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead its technology strategy across R&D, scale-up, and commercialization. This role is central to driving the shift from fossil-based to renewable products through breakthrough innovations in biomanufacturing.

What You’ll Do

  • Set and execute technical strategies for commercialization and manufacturing in close collaboration with R&D and external partners.
  • Act as the primary technical voice with strategic partners, CMOs, investors, and the business development team.
  • Translate company goals into actionable technical roadmaps, overseeing timelines, risks, and resource allocation.
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration across research, operations, product, and commercialization teams.
  • Build and scale the internal technical organization, including systems and infrastructure.
  • Serve as the connective tissue between scientific, engineering, and commercial functions to accelerate time-to-market.

What We’re Looking For

  • PhD or MS in Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
  • 15+ years in biotech, with 8+ years in leadership and strategic roles.
  • Proven experience transitioning products from R&D to commercial-scale manufacturing.
  • Strong background in partnering with business and external stakeholders (e.g., CMOs, investors).
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills; able to synthesize and convey complex technical material to non-technical audiences.
  • Startup or early-stage company experience strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range: $200,000 – $280,000 annually
  • Equity options
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • FSA, commuter benefits, and supplemental insurance
  • 18 days PTO + 10 paid holidays
  • Relocation support available

This is an opportunity to help shape a real-zero economy by leading innovation at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and engineering. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship may be considered for the right candidate.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Relocation package, Shift work,

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