Founding Software Engineer (AI)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious AI startup is seeking a Founding Software Engineer in Bedford, UK. This role involves developing efficient algorithms and shipping innovative products, offering a unique opportunity in an energetic work environment. Candidates with strong Python skills and relevant educational backgrounds will thrive here, with an attractive relocation bonus and equity mentioned as well.

Benefits

Relocation fee of £10,000

Equity

Qualifications

• Experience in AI startups focusing on improving large language models.
• Relevant degrees valued over extensive years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Help ship products quickly and support company growth.
• Work closely with the founding team and established clients.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Full-stack Development

Web Development

Education

Degree from a top university

Job description

Founding Software Engineer – AI

Location: Bedford, United Kingdom (London onsite with relocation fee of £10,000 paid on acceptance) + Equity

Client: Better Placed Ltd - A Sunday Times Top 10 Employer!

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a well-backed AI startup aiming for a $1bn valuation. Founded by leading AI experts, the company is looking for an energetic, passionate founding engineer to help ship products quickly and support growth. Ideally, candidates will have experience in AI startups focusing on improving the efficiency of large language models and algorithms.

• Proficiency in Python.
• Familiarity with front-end and back-end development, full-stack frameworks.
• Experience with web development (TypeScript / React) – nice to have.
• The company values relevant degrees from top universities and/or experience in AI-led businesses, rather than years of experience.

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a founding team with big ambitions, benefiting from an established client base with paying customers and runway. If interested, please apply with an updated CV.