Founding Software Engineer (AI)

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

Job summary

A well-backed AI-native start-up in Bradford seeks a passionate Founding Software Engineer to join their team. This unique opportunity allows you to shape cutting-edge products while working closely with AI experts and a founding team with high ambitions. Ideal candidates will bring proficiency in Python and an eagerness to thrive in a high-growth environment focused on innovation.

Benefits

Relocation fee of £10,000

Equity options

Qualifications

• Experience in AI start-ups, improving efficiency of large language models.
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with full-stack frameworks.
• Interest in high-growth start-up environments.

Responsibilities

• Help ship products quickly and support company's growth trajectory.
• Work closely with the founding team to develop innovative AI solutions.

Skills

Python

AI start-up experience

Full-stack development

Web development (TypeScript / React)

Education

Relevant university degree

Job description

Founding Software Engineer – AI

Location: Bradford, United Kingdom (London onsite, 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 to senior-level software engineers interested in joining a well-backed AI-native start-up aiming for a $1bn valuation. Founded by leading AI experts, the company seeks an energetic, passionate founding engineer to help ship products quickly and support their growth trajectory. Ideally, candidates will have experience in AI start-ups, particularly in improving the efficiency of large language models 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 university degrees and/or experience in AI-led businesses and a desire to work in a high-growth start-up environment over years of experience.

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a founding team with big ambitions, benefiting from a business with an impressive client list, paying customers, and runway.

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