Lead Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly scaling AI startup in Slough is looking for a passionate lead developer to guide their technical vision. With a focus on innovative solutions in healthcare and legal tech, you'll help shape products that make a tangible impact and enjoy a competitive salary along with equity incentives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity options

Direct access to founders

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience building applications, frontend or full-stack.
• Proven experience leading teams and mentoring developers.
• Interest in AI and complex industries like healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead and code hands-on in a growing AI startup.
• Set technical direction and standards for the team.
• Execute quickly and efficiently to deliver products.

Skills

Leadership

React

Node.js

GraphQL

Machine Learning

AI

Job description

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Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

This is a venture-backed AI startup solving high-stakes problems with a sleek React-based frontend and cutting-edge machine learning technology. The team is scaling rapidly, and they need someone who’s excited to lead, code hands-on, and set the technical direction.

? What they’re looking for:

• 5+ years of experience building and shipping applications, frontend or full-stack
• Proven experience leading teams, setting standards, and mentoring developers
• A passion for creating products that truly make a difference
• A strong ability to execute quickly and efficiently
• Node.js, GraphQL, or Backend experience
• A genuine interest in AI (or a curiosity to learn)
• Experience in complex industries like healthcare or legal tech

? Why this is exciting:

• Competitive salary + meaningful equity
• Direct access to the founders and real influence on product and technical direction
• A unique opportunity to help build both the tech and the team from the ground up

If this sounds like the challenge you're ready for, feel free to send me a message directly or apply below. I’d love to connect!