What success looks like in this role:
Unisys is a global IT solutions company that delivers successful outcomes for the most demanding businesses and governments.
Unisys offerings include digital workplace solutions, cloud and infrastructure solutions, enterprise computing solutions, business process solutions and cybersecurity solutions.
The company has four business units: Digital Workplace Solutions (DWS), Cloud & Infrastructure Solutions (C&I), Enterprise Computing Solutions, and Business Platforms Solutions (BPS).
A Client CTO is a passionate and high-energy technology leader who operates at the forefront of innovation, combining deep technical expertise with visionary thought leadership to shape client strategy and outcomes. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, they bring a natural ability to build credibility quickly, foster meaningful relationships, and translate complex challenges into compelling, value-driven solutions. With a strong presence in both client and industry forums, they confidently evangelize emerging technologies and strategic direction, positioning themselves and their organisation as a forward-thinking partner. Their enthusiasm for innovation, coupled with an authentic and relationship led approach, enables them to inspire confidence, unlock opportunity, and drive long-term transformational success
As Client CTO, you will be a trusted technical advisor to C-suite stakeholders, leading solution strategy, innovation roadmaps, and technical excellence.
Working closely with sales, delivery, product, and portfolio teams, you will shape and present compelling solutions aligned to client goals and Unisys capabilities.
This senior, high-visibility leadership role is responsible for defining and delivering technology strategy for strategic client accounts, including some of our most important clients.
As a trusted advisor, the Client CTO connects technology innovation to business outcomes, identifies growth opportunities, and delivers long-term value for clients as they navigate their digital future.
Core Responsibilities
Anticipate emerging technology trends and translate them into client value
Lead strategic discussions and innovation forums with clients
Develop multi-year transformation roadmaps
Collaborate with sales, pre-sales, and delivery teams to shape solutions
Provide strategic input into proposals, renewals, and account plans
Build strong relationships with client executives and stakeholders
Provide insight and feedback from clients into internal business units
Drive governance across strategy and innovation programs
Represent a holistic view of Unisys across all business units
Act as the primary technical representative and strategic advisor to client leadership, including the C-suite
Lead the development of complex, tailored solutions that align with client needs, Unisys offerings, and emerging technologies
Drive client-facing strategy and innovation engagements, including executive briefings, technology workshops, and roadmap discussions that align business priorities with emerging capabilities.
Foster long-term client relationships and identify new opportunities to expand Unisys’s portfolio of services
Ways of Working
Lead from the front in a proactive outcome-oriented approach, while adapting to client culture, stakeholders, and operating environments
Build relationships across the client organization and earn a seat at the table
Collaborate with the Client Executive, Client Delivery Executive, and Client Security Officer to ensure a coordinated leadership approach for the client.
Work cross-functionally across technical, commercial, and delivery teams
Participate in regular account and business reviews
Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Facilitate executive strategy discussions, innovation forums, and technology workshops that connect emerging technologies to client priorities, business outcomes, and long-term transformation plans.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
o Extensive experience in technology leadership roles
o Proven track record of driving digital transformation and innovation
o Strong commercial acumen with experience influencing large-scale deals
o Ability to engage and influence C-level stakeholders
o Broad understanding of enterprise technology landscapes
o Experience working across global, matrixed organizations
o 15+ years in IT Architecture, CTO roles, or innovation leadership, ideally within Cloud Applications & Infrastructure or Digital Workplace domains
o Strong expertise in Digital Workplace technologies or cloud platforms/infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP), with the ability to translate technology into business outcomes
o Proven track record in pre-sales solutioning, consultative selling, and engaging senior stakeholders
o Experience acting as the technical lead for major technology implementations or programs
o Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical solutions into business value
Leadership Expectations
· Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to clients
· Champion innovation with a focus on measurable outcomes
· Bridge business and technology priorities effectively
· Drive collaboration across internal and external stakeholders
Maintain a strong focus on value realization a
Must be eligible for Security Check (SC) level security clearance.
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Skills Required
- BA/BS degree and 12+ years' relevant experience
- Master's degree
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair & Transparent Compensation: Compensation terms at hire are often presented clearly and upfront, creating a straightforward “take it or leave it” expectation. Pay outcomes are also described as variable by role and geography, with some pockets viewed as satisfactory or above average.
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Retirement Support — Retirement Support: A 401(k) plan with an employer match is commonly described as part of the core package. The match is often characterized as a meaningful component of total rewards relative to other benefits.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as available and broadly in line with a large IT-services employer. The underlying carrier network is sometimes viewed as solid even when cost concerns exist.
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What We Do
Unisys is a global information technology company that builds high-performance, security-centric solutions for the most demanding businesses and governments on Earth. Unisys offerings include security software and services; digital transformation and workplace services; industry applications and services; and innovative software operating environments for high-intensity enterprise computing. We build better outcomes securely for our clients across the Government, Financial Services and Commercial
