Founding Software Engineer (Python) to 115kAre you an ambitious full stack Software Engineer who thrives in early-stage environments where you can shape both the technology and the product?
You could be joining a fast-growing AI start-up as one of its founding engineers, helping to build technology that is transforming compliance and operational efficiency across the NHS and wider regulated industries. With strong backing and ambitious growth plans, you'll have the chance to make a genuine impact while working alongside experienced founders in a highly collaborative environment. As a Founding Software Engineer, you'll take ownership of the design and development of scalable, cloud-native applications, working across the full software development lifecycle, from architecture and backend services through to frontend development, CI/CD and deployment on Azure. You'll collaborate closely with the founding team to influence technical direction, solve complex engineering challenges and establish the engineering practices that will underpin the company's future growth.
You'll work primarily with Python and TypeScript, leveraging AI technologies to build innovative products that solve real world problems. This is a hands-on role with plenty of autonomy, where you'll have a direct influence on product decisions, architecture and engineering culture.
Location / WFH:You'll join the team in London two days a week, with one day a week in Cambridge too (expenses covered) and flexibility to work from home.
About you:
You enjoy taking ownership and can build software from scratch and iterate quicklyYou have strong technical skills, primarily with PythonYou have experience with RESTful APIs (they use FastAPI); TypeScript, React and other web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3 would be of benefitYou have experience with LLMs and agentic AI, like to get your hands dirty and have a proactive entrepreneurial spiritYou're curious by nature, happy to learn and pick up new thingsYou're keen to work in a start-up environment, comfortable with unstructured environmentsYou're collaborative with great communication skillsYou are degree educated, minimum 2.1 at BSc from a top tier university, Computer Science or closely related discipline preferred, likely to have studied to MSc / PhDWhat's in it for you: Salary to 115kEquityImpactful role with excellent career growth opportunitiesApply now to find out more about this Founding Engineer (Python) opportunity.
Founding Software Engineer Python - Start-up in London employer: Client Server
Join a dynamic and innovative FinTech company that values technical expertise and offers a collaborative work culture. With a competitive salary of up to £100k plus bonuses, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying hybrid working arrangements in London. The company prioritises employee growth, providing ample opportunities for career progression and staying at the forefront of emerging technologies in the finance sector.
