VP of Engineering (AI) (+ Equity) at VC-backed AI automation platform

Jack & Jill / External ATS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A VC-backed AI startup in London is seeking a VP of Engineering to lead the development of AI-powered solutions. This hands-on role involves managing engineers, defining architecture, and driving innovation in automation and AI. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in software engineering and comes from a tech-driven company background. The position offers a chance to shape the engineering culture and participate in the company's success through significant equity.

Benefits

Significant equity offering

Opportunity to shape engineering culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience in software engineering, ideally within AI, SaaS, or automation platforms.
• Previous experience in a lead or management role within a startup or tech-driven company.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of AI-powered property management solutions.
• Write, review, and optimise code — staying close to the engineering process.
• Manage a team of AI engineers.

Skills

Software engineering

Team management

AI integration

Code optimisation

Education

First-Class or strong academic degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Job description

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VP of Engineering

Company Description

VC-backed AI automation platform

Job Description

Lead the technical development of AI-powered solutions, manage a team of engineers, and shape the future of a fast-scaling AI startup. This hands-on role involves writing and reviewing code, defining architecture, and collaborating with product teams to deliver high-impact features. Drive innovation in automation, AI integration, and scalability, ensuring product reliability and performance.

Location

London, UK

Why this role is remarkable

• Shape the future of an AI-driven platform transforming a major industry.
• Significant equity offering, allowing you to share directly in the company's success.
• Opportunity to define engineering culture and technical vision from an early stage.

What you will do

• Lead the technical development of AI-powered property management solutions.
• Write, review, and optimise code — staying close to the engineering process.
• Manage a team of AI engineers.

The ideal candidate

• A First-Class or strong academic degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years proven experience in software engineering, ideally within AI, SaaS, or automation platforms.
• Previous experience in a lead or management role within a startup or tech-driven company.

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