Founding Software Engineer (AI)

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI startup in Birmingham seeks a Founding Software Engineer to join their energetic team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python and possess a strong understanding of AI development, focusing on enhancing large language models. This opportunity provides the chance to work closely with AI experts and make impactful contributions towards ambitious goals in a high-growth environment.

Benefits

Relocation fee of £10,000

Equity in the company

Qualifications

• High proficiency in Python, familiarity with front-end/back-end frameworks.
• Experience in AI-led businesses desired.
• Passion for working in high-growth startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Join the founding team to develop AI products and enhance LLM efficiency.
• Drive growth within the startup by shipping products quickly.

Skills

Python

Web development

Full-stack development

Education

Relevant academic background from top universities

Job description

Founding Software Engineer – AI

Location: Birmingham, 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:

I'm looking to speak with senior-level software engineers interested in joining a well-backed AI-native start-up working towards a $1bn valuation. Founded by leading AI experts, the company seeks an energetic, passionate founding engineer to help ship products quickly and drive growth. Ideal candidates will have a background in AI startups, focusing on improving the efficiency of large language models (LLMs) and algorithms.

• High proficiency in Python.
• Familiarity with front-end and back-end development, full-stack frameworks.
• Experience in web development (TypeScript / React) – a plus.
• The company values relevant academic backgrounds from top universities and/or experience in AI-led businesses, along with a desire to work in a high-growth startup environment.

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a founding team with ambitious goals, benefiting from a business with an established client base and financial runway.

If you're interested in learning more, please apply with an up-to-date CV.