Founding Engineer

Founding Engineer (start-up) | Cambridge | 60,000-75,000 + Equity | Tech4Good | Python | React | Hybrid

Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid)

Salary: 60,000-75,000 + Equity

Tech Stack:

• Backend: Python (web frameworks)
• Frontend: JavaScript (React, TypeScript)
• Cloud Systems: any of the following AWS/Azure/GCP

Are you a Senior Engineer with a knack for building and implementing high quality software solutions for exciting, innovative projects? Do you have a flair for backend engineering but the flexibility to get involved in frontend projects? Or, do you have a creatively oriented frontend mind but have the diversity of skills to contribute to backend projects? Then we want to hear from you!

We are working with an exciting Tech4Good early-stage start-up based in Cambridge. This is organisation is led by problem-solving, creating high-impact team solutions, and working in an Agile, forward-thinking environment. This is a career-defining opportunity for someone who is ambitious to play a key part in the development of greenfield projects and shape the future of a highly impactful product.

Responsibilities:

• Develop scalability and performance in the backend in Python.
• Drive the implementation of DevOps processes, setting up CI/CD pipelines, managing deployments on cloud, and ensuring the platforms continuous availability and reliability.
• Maintain efficient data management systems using PostgreSQL.
• Shape the direction by actively participating in key decisions, ensuring the platform evolves in line with technical standards and user requirements.

Requirements for Success:

• Experience in backend development using Python, building RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of Azure or AWS or GCP and experience in CI/CD processes
• Someone ready to take initiative and get stuck in!
• Excellent communication skills and passion for crafting a market leading product

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment, where adaptability and a proactive mindset are key to success. They are self-motivated and able to take ownership of projects from start to finish, managing multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a focus on quality and attention to detail. They are comfortable with ambiguity and can pivot quickly as priorities change, all while remaining calm under pressure. A strong communicator, they excel in collaborating with cross-functional teams, actively contributing ideas and solutions while being receptive to feedback.

In addition to their technical skills, the ideal candidate demonstrates a strong sense of initiative and is motivated by the opportunity to shape the direction of the product. They possess excellent problem-solving abilities, often thinking outside the box to overcome challenges and push boundaries.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working environment
• Generous holiday
• Private healthcare
• Sociable, driven culture!
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting start-up

Interested and ready to take your Development career to the next level? Get in touch at imogen@sr2rec.co.uk or drop me a call for a confidential chat at 07378 549703.

Founding Engineer (start-up) | Cambridge | 60,000-75,000 + Equity | Tech4Good | Python | React | Hybrid