Founding Software Engineer (AI)

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

Job summary

A dynamic AI-native startup is seeking a Founding Software Engineer to drive products towards a projected $1bn valuation. This senior-level role offers the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading founders, contributing to cutting-edge AI software initiatives with a strong financial backing and significant relocation support.

Benefits

Relocation fee of £10,000 paid upon acceptance

Equity participation

Qualifications

• Experience in AI startups improving LLM models and algorithms.
• High proficiency in Python and familiarity with full-stack frameworks.
• Experience in web development with TypeScript/React is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ship products quickly and support ongoing growth.
• Work closely with the founding team and contribute to the startup's ambitions.

Skills

Python

Full-stack development

Web development

AI algorithms

Education

Relevant degree from a top university

Job description

Founding Software Engineer – AI

Location: London (Onsite, relocation fee of £10,000 paid upon acceptance) + Equity

Company: 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 are seeking a senior-level software engineer to join a well-backed AI-native 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 ongoing growth. Ideal candidates will have experience in AI startups, particularly in improving the efficiency of established LLM models and algorithms.

• High proficiency in Python.
• Familiarity with front-end and back-end development, including full-stack frameworks.
• Experience in web development (TypeScript/React) is a plus.
• The company values relevant degrees from top universities and/or experience in AI-led businesses and startups with high growth potential over years of experience.

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a founding team with significant ambitions, benefiting from an established business with a strong client base and financial runway. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an up-to-date CV.