Head of Engineering at AI-first fintech SaaS

Jack and Jill AI; Remote; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge fintech startup seeks a Head of Engineering to lead the development of an AI-driven mortgage origination platform. This role requires establishing technical architecture, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance with SOC 2 standards. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in startup environments and exceptional hands-on coding skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence product strategy and build a high-performing engineering culture in a well-funded setting.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading engineering at an early-stage or high-growth startup.
• Deep expertise in data modeling, security/compliance (SOC 2), and productionizing AI workloads.
• Exceptional hands-on coding skills and the ability to mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement core services and fintech integrations.
• Scale production AI systems including LLM frameworks and retrieval mechanisms.
• Build technical foundations for SOC 2 compliance and security operations.

Skills

Leading engineering teams

Data modeling

Security/compliance (SOC 2)

Hands-on coding

Job description

Head of Engineering

Company Description

AI-first fintech SaaS platform

Job Description

As the first senior engineering leader, you will establish the technical architecture and lead delivery for an AI-driven mortgage origination platform. You will be a hands‑on contributor while setting strategy, building the engineering team, and ensuring enterprise‑grade security. Partnering with founders, you'll drive product innovation and navigate complex fintech compliance.

Location

Remote

Why this role is remarkable

• Lead the technical foundation of an AI-first platform from the ground up as the first senior hire.
• Join a well‑funded startup backed by top‑tier VCs in the high‑impact lending technology space.
• Direct influence on product strategy and the opportunity to build a high‑performing engineering culture.

What you will do

• Architect and implement core services, event‑driven systems, and complex third‑party fintech integrations.
• Scale production AI systems including LLM frameworks, agent evaluation harnesses, and retrieval mechanisms.
• Build technical foundations for SOC 2 compliance, security operations, and enterprise‑grade data governance.

The ideal candidate

• Proven track record leading engineering at an early‑stage or high‑growth startup environment.
• Deep expertise in data modeling, security/compliance (SOC 2), and productionizing AI/LLM workloads.
• Exceptional hands‑on coding skills combined with the ability to mentor engineers and set technical standards.