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The CTO (Moto) at SDG will lead the internal payments product, Moto.  Responsibilities are 90% management (8-person team) and 10% hands-on.  This role requires ensuring infrastructure stability, defining technology strategy, integrating third-party payment systems and APIs, and collaborating with other departments.  The ideal candidate is fluent in Russian and possesses extensive experience with the .NET stack, various databases, message brokers, microservices architecture, and high-load applications.  The position offers a remote work opportunity with substantial benefits.

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<div class="description"><a href="https://socialdiscoverygroup.com/about-us/"></a><a href="https://socialdiscoverygroup.com/about-us" style="text-decoration: none;"></a><a href="https://socialdiscoverygroup.com/about-us" style="text-decoration: none;">Social Discovery Group</a> (SDG) is the 3rd largest social discovery company in the world, uniting 60+ brands with 500 million users. We solve the problems of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection by transforming virtual intimacy into the new normal. Our portfolio includes online communication platforms focusing on AI, game mechanics, and video streaming - Dating.com, DateMyAge, Cupid Media, Dil Mil, Kiseki, and others. 
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In August 2024, we achieved Great Place to Work US Certification™! This achievement reflects our core belief that a truly exceptional workplace is built on trust, pride, and camaraderie—not just great perks.
We are currently looking for a CTO to lead our internal payments product - Moto. 
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Required skills:
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What do we offer: 
<ul><li>REMOTE OPPORTUNITY to work full time;</li><li>Vacation 28 calendar days per year;</li><li>7 wellness days per year (time off) that can be used to deal with household issues, to lie down and recover without taking sick leave;</li><li>Bonuses up to $5000 for recommending successful applicants for positions in the company;</li><li>Full payment for professional training, international conferences and meetings;</li><li>Corporate discount for English lessons;</li><li>​Health benefits. According to the paychecks, if you are not eligible for corporate medical insurance, the company will compensate you with up to $ 1,000 gross per year per employee. This can be spent on self-purchase of health insurance or on doctor’s fees for yourself and close relatives (spouse, children);</li><li>​Workplace organization. The company provides all employees with an equipped workplace and all the necessary equipment (table, armchair, wifi, etc.) in our offices or co-working locations. In the other locations, the company provides reimbursement of workplace costs up to $ 1000 gross once every 3 years, according to the paychecks. This money can be spent on the rent of the co-working room, on equipping the working place at home (desk, chair, Internet, etc.) during those 3 years;</li><li>Internal gamified gratitude system: receive bonuses from colleagues and exchange them for time off, merch, team building activities, massage certificates, etc. </li></ul>
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The Store Leader at Activate is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a new interactive gaming facility in Pickering, Ontario.  Reporting to the Regional Leader, this role requires strong leadership, customer service, and team collaboration skills. Responsibilities include overseeing store operations, maintaining brand consistency, ensuring customer satisfaction, managing employee performance, and handling inventory and maintenance.  The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams, excellent communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a passion for tech and gaming.  The Store Leader will also be involved in hiring, training, and addressing escalated concerns.

<div class="BambooRichText jss-f3947">Enter the Game!&nbsp;
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Activate is a tech-gaming company known for creating Canada’s first full-scale interactive gaming facility. We are looking to expand our store operations team with the addition of a Store Leader in our new location opening soon in Pickering at 1899 Brock Road. The Store Leader at Activate works under the direction of the Regional Leader and plays a critical role leading a team that will deliver excellent customer experience in a dynamic and fun environment. The Store Leader should demonstrate strong leadership, customer service skills, the ability to work well both in a team and individually, and a curiosity for all things tech and gaming-related. &nbsp;
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The Duties and Responsibilities:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Store Operations&nbsp;
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<li>Oversee day to day operations including interpreting and communicating company expectations; must be flexible and available to address issues that may arise&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Effective understanding of key performance indicators&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Help maintain brand consistency through positive customer experiences and local event involvement&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Participate in planning meetings to prepare and roll out various training and initiatives&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Perform regular general inspections of front desk and gaming areas&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Perform daily cleaning and maintenance duties in compliance with company standards&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Responsible for preventing security or safety concerns by adhering to outlined procedures, providing training to employees and identifying risks that may exist&nbsp;</li>
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Customer Relations&nbsp;
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<li>Create a lasting experience with in-store customers&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Ensure customer satisfaction is a high priority and always top of mind&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Receive and communicate customer suggestions for business process improvement&nbsp;</li>
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People Leadership&nbsp;
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<li>Scheduling duties, as required, to ensure peak periods are properly staffed&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Leading in the hiring of new employees and creating a talent pipeline&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Managing performance of employees, including accountability coaching and development&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Training and development of new and current employees&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Address escalated concerns from customers and/or employees when necessary&nbsp;</li>
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Maintenance and Inventory&nbsp;
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<li>Oversee the day to day maintenance process flow required for the facility&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Ensure scheduled maintenance is coordinated by the Team Lead as needed, audit Team Lead notes and logs to ensure accuracy&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Audit and own the inventory process flow, managed by the Team Lead for maintenance, merchandise, and vending products&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Provide regular updates to Regional Leader on facility issues&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Assess the gaps and identify the level of training required to enable employees to assess and/or carry out maintenance through coaching and practical experience&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Ensure team is aware of room maintenance and how that impacts operations and customer experience&nbsp;</li>
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The Qualifications:&nbsp;
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<li>Demonstrated strengths in collaborative team environments&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Ability to foster strong relationships with customers and employee&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Excellent communication skills, including listening, and oral&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and related software&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Multitasking in both leading teams and operational performance&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Highly organized in managing competing priorities&nbsp;</li>
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The Perks:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<li>Competitive salary</li>
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<li>Benefits package&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Paid time off&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Casual dress&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Employee discount&nbsp;</li>
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<li>On-site parking&nbsp;</li>
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Successful completion of a criminal record check is a condition of employment for this position.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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About Activate:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Taking entertainment into the future by fusing technology and physical activity together to create live-action gaming experiences, Activate is a technology company building interactive gaming facilities with locations across Canada and the US. For more information about Activate, please visit <a href="http://playactivate.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://playactivate.com/</a>&nbsp;or check us out on Instagram - @activategames/Facebook @activategames.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Activate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Activate is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation for a protected characteristic, contact <a href="mailto:hr@playactivate.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">hr@playactivate.com</a> which is an email monitored for this purpose.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.&nbsp;</div>