Founding Software Engineer (AI)

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

Job summary

A well-backed AI startup is seeking a Founding Software Engineer in Oxford. The role focuses on enhancing the efficiency of large language models and requires strong proficiency in Python, alongside experience with full-stack development. Candidates with relevant degrees from premier universities will find this unique opportunity fulfilling, as it allows direct collaboration with a dynamic founding team.

Benefits

Relocation package of £10,000

Equity participation

Qualifications

• Experience in AI startups focusing on large language models (LLMs).
• Background in high-growth startups valued over years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Help ship products quickly and drive growth for an AI startup.
• Work closely with a founding team with ambitious goals.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Front-end and back-end development

Web development (TypeScript / React)

Education

Relevant degrees from top universities

Job description

Founding Software Engineer – AI

Location: Oxford District, United Kingdom (Onsite in London with relocation package of £10,000 + 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 are 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 drive growth. The ideal candidate will have experience in AI startups, focusing on improving the efficiency of large language models (LLMs) and algorithms.

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

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a founding team with ambitious goals, benefiting from a business with an established client base, paying customers, and runway. If interested, please apply with an up-to-date CV.