CTO Test

When looking to fill a CTO position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A CTO skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a CTO skills test?

    A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) skills test is an assessment of whether an individual has the necessary skills and knowledge to be effective in this role.

    The test is most commonly used as a pre-screening tool to filter your applicant pool for those candidates that demonstrate the skills, abilities and characteristics needed to effectively perform the day to day duties of a CTO.

    CTOs need a wide range of skills; these include strong leadership skills, well-developed technical aptitudes, and the ability to effectively communicate with the company’s stakeholders.

    The test evaluates these skills and competencies using scenario-based questions. Its results provide data that allows you to better understand an individual’s capabilities as relevant to the CTO role you have to fill, which results in a better hiring decision.

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  1. What is a CTO skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the CTO skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures CTO skills
  4. CTO Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the CTO skills test for pre-screening?

    Using the CTO skills test in your recruitment process brings many benefits. Candidates not only have to demonstrate extensive technical knowledge but also the soft skills crucial for leadership positions.

    A CTO’s responsibilities include:

    • Managing and reviewing a company’s technology resources.

    • Recognizing investment or development opportunities.

    • Communicating the organization’s technology strategy to stakeholders.

    • Recommending best practices for new technology.

    • Overseeing the use of technology.

    • Managing the IT budget.

    To perform their duties effectively, CTOs need to communicate with both the senior-level staff and their wider team, work as part of a team, and have strong logical, analytical and numerical reasoning.

    Given this position's high level of responsibility, determining individuals' potential to achieve an organization's technology goals can be difficult. The CTO test uses situational questions, which help you, as an employer, understand whether an individual has the desired skills, and how they would use those skills to perform in the role.

    The comparative data from the CTO test can then be used to shortlist candidates with the skills you need for your CTO role.

    Based on the skill set needed for similar roles, the CTO test can be used in the recruitment process for other senior-level positions, such as Chief Information Officer (CIO) or Chief Digital Officer (CDO).

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How our test measures CTO skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to become a CTO were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our CTO test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

CTO Test FAQs

What are the key technical skills of a CTO?

Successful CTOs have key technical skills that enable them to perform their role effectively according to the organization's values, ethos and brand. These include knowledge of IT infrastructure, an understanding of IT systems and security, software skills, coding skills and the ability to communicate technical information in an easy-to-understand manner.

What other tests can I use to hire a CTO?

Other tests used to hire a CTO include systems or software tests relevant to those used within an organization. Logical and numerical reasoning assessments determine an individual's competence in these key areas. Situational judgement and personality tests determine an individual's behavioral preferences and character traits to see whether they are aligned with the organization’s culture.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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