Technical Co Founder

Harnham; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Technical Co-Founder to lead the engineering team at a fast-growing AI startup focused on revolutionizing hotel operations. This role involves overseeing full-stack development, shaping product direction, and establishing best practices in a dynamic environment, with an attractive salary and equity offering.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Equity in the company

Opportunity to shape a high-potential startup

Qualifications

• Strong experience in fullstack development using Python, Node.js, and React.
• Proficiency in AWS and experience in building production SaaS applications.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts, especially chatbots and retrieval-augmented generation.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale the platform across the full stack (Python, Node, React, AWS).
• Implement AI solutions using frameworks like LangChain and RAG pipelines.
• Manage and mentor engineers as the team scales.

Skills

Fullstack development

Python

Node.js

React

AWS

AI/ML concepts

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Relevant technical degree or equivalent experience

Job description

This range is provided by Harnham. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

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Technical Co-Founder

AI Technology

New York, NY

$150,000 - $250,000 + Equity

About Us:

We’re partnering with a fast-growing AI-native startup that’s revolutionizing hotel operations through automation. They are looking for a Technical Co Founder who can build their engineering team.

The Role:

This is an opportunity to be the first technical leader at a company solving massive, overlooked problems in hospitality. As the Founding Engineer, you’ll lead development across the stack and help bring AI-native workflows—from chatbots to pricing agents—to life. You’ll work directly with the CEO and founding team to architect scalable systems, own key business outcomes, and help define the product experience end-to-end.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and scale the platform across the full stack (Python, Node, React, AWS)
• Implement agentic solutions using AI frameworks like LangChain and RAG pipelines
• Collaborate closely with the founding team to shape product and technical direction
• Manage and mentor engineers as the team scales
• Translate complex business needs into simple, reliable software that drives results
• Establish engineering best practices, timelines, and delivery standards

Skills and Experience:

• Strong experience in fullstack development using Python, Node.js, and React
• Proficiency in AWS and building production SaaS applications
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts, especially chatbots and retrieval-augmented generation
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
• Experience leading teams or mentoring other engineers
• Entrepreneurial mindset—hungry, resourceful, and ready to own the outcome
• Must be NYC-based or open to relocating for an onsite-first culture

The Benefits:

As a Founding Engineer, you’ll receive a $150,000 - $250,000 salary plus a performance-based bonus, along with equity. You'll also help shape the future of a company with massive upside, clear product-market fit, and a team ready to move fast.

Keywords

Founding Engineer, Fullstack, Python, React, Node, AI, LangChain, SaaS, Hospitality Tech, NYC, Startup, Agentic Workflows, Dynamic Pricing, Technical Co-Founder

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Engineering Services and Hospitality

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