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Overview

We are seeking a Contract Founding Engineer to join a management consultancy that is launching a startup. This role is critical in establishing the technical foundation of the company and will involve working with a team to shape the product's development. The position entails hybrid working, requiring two days a week on-site in London, and is expected to last for three months.

Responsibilities

  • Support the startup phase by providing engineering leadership.
  • Develop and implement technical strategies for the product.
  • Build and operate production pipelines using modern data stacks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and refine product features.
  • Ensure high-quality code through best practices and code reviews.
  • Manage the deployment and maintenance of applications in production environments.

Requirements

  • Demonstrate a strong background in early-stage startups.
  • Prior experience as the first engineer within a company.
  • Proficiency in TypeScript, Next.JS, React, and Node.js.
  • Experience building and operating production pipelines.
  • Familiarity with production-level LLM applications.
SkillsTypeScript, Next.js, React, Node.js
LocationLondon Area
TypeHybrid
Rate
£750/day
SourceLinkedIn
RecruiterHarvey Nash
Posted20/07/26