Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer

Janus Henderson; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge technology platform company in the UK seeks a Co-Founder & Head of Technology to lead technology vision and execution from day one. This equity-only role requires a proven track record in AI and blockchain applications, as well as strong web platform development skills. You'll be responsible for the MVP's development, integrating innovative features and managing the technical roadmap. This is an opportunity to shape the tech and product vision, with the potential to transition into a CTO role post-funding.

Benefits

Co-Founder equity stake

Shape technology and product vision

Potential CTO role with competitive salary

Ownership in the company

Qualifications

• Experience in AI development and blockchain applications.
• Skills in web platform development for front-end, back-end, and integrations.
• Ability to guide a lean development team in a startup environment.
• Track record of building and launching scalable MVPs.
• Passion for wine, luxury goods, or investment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the MVP from concept to launch.
• Architect and oversee AI-driven features for cellars and analytics.
• Integrate blockchain technology for secure provenance.
• Manage the technical roadmap and development team.
• Conduct MVP cost analysis and advise on scaling strategies.
• Own the ongoing technology strategy and product evolution.

Skills

AI development

Blockchain applications

Web platform development

Startup adaptability

MVP launching

Strategic thinking

Job description

Co‑Founder & Head of Technology – Vault

Vault is a cutting‑edge wine technology platform designed to modernize wine investment, discovery, and digital cellar management. We combine wineries, distributors, and importers looking for secure provenance tracking and next‑gen sales tools.

The Role

We are seeking a Co‑Founder & Head of Technology to own the tech vision and execution from day one. This is an equity‑only position for someone ready to build something transformative alongside a founding team with deep wine industry and commercial expertise.

• Lead the development of our MVP / beta product – from concept to launch.
• Architect and oversee AI‑driven features for cellar management, wine discovery, and market analytics.
• Integrate blockchain technology for secure provenance and transparency.
• Build and manage the technical roadmap, stack, and development team (initially lean, scaling post‑funding).
• Conduct detailed MVP cost analysis and advise on efficient scaling strategies.
• Own the ongoing technology strategy, including product evolution, integrations, and security.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in AI development and blockchain applications.
• Strong web platform development skills – able to guide front‑end, back‑end, and integrations.
• Comfortable working in a startup environment – adaptable, resourceful, and hands‑on.
• Track record of building and launching scalable MVPs.
• Strategic thinker who can balance innovation with practicality.
• Passion for wine, luxury goods, or investment platforms is a big plus.

What We Offer

• Co‑Founder equity stake.
• Opportunity to shape the technology and product vision from the ground up.
• Potential to transition into a CTO role post‑funding with a competitive salary.
• Ownership in the company you help build.

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Other

Job function: Business Development and Sales

Industries: Hospitality