Modish Agency is acting as the exclusive recruitment partner for this role and is handling all candidate sourcing, screening, and initial communication About Us We are an early-stage company focused on building a next-generation platform that simplifies and streamlines complex processes for businesses and consumers alike.
Our mission is to develop innovative, user-centric solutions that transform the way people interact with digital services.
As a team, we value creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in delivering exceptional products.
Position Overview We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Lead Founding Product Development / Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the development of our prototype and guide the technical direction of our platform.
As part of the founding team, you will play a critical role in shaping the company's vision and laying the foundation for its long-term success.
This role is ideal for someone with a passion for innovation, a deep understanding of UX/UI principles, and the ability to translate high-level concepts into functional, scalable solutions.
You will work closely with the founding team to shape the product roadmap, design the user experience, and oversee the technical execution of the prototype.
If you're passionate about building products that make a complex problem easy, this job is for you.
As one of the first engineering hires, you'll have the opportunity to shape both the product and the engineering culture.
You should be ready to move fast, embrace uncertainty, and wear different hats.
Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end development of the platform prototype, from concept to delivery.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, product features, and development milestones.
Ensure the platform delivers an intuitive, seamless, and visually appealing user experience.
Incorporate user feedback and usability testing to refine the design and functionality.
Develop and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring scalability and future readiness.
Select appropriate tools, frameworks, and technologies to support development goals.
Build and lead a small technical team as the project evolves, creating a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Mentor and support team members in adopting best practices and achieving technical excellence.
Establish processes for testing, debugging, and optimizing the prototype to ensure reliability and performance.
Work closely with the founding team to align product development with the company's vision and strategic goals.
Communicate technical progress and challenges to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
Qualifications Proven track record in leading product development, ideally in an early-stage startup or similar environment.
Extensive experience with full-stack development, including frontend and backend technologies.
Strong knowledge of programming languages and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript, Python, React, Node.js, etc.).
Familiarity with cloud services and architecture (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
Solid understanding of UX/UI design principles, wireframing, and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch).
Ability to manage and inspire a technical team, balancing hands-on development with strategic oversight.
Creative thinker with a solutions-oriented mindset and strong analytical skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Experience in developing scalable SaaS platforms or B2B/B2C solutions (preferred).
Familiarity with agile development methodologies and project management tools (preferred).
Compensation Partner Package: A generous equity share, reflecting your critical role in shaping the company's vision and success.
Flexible working hours and remote-friendly policies.
Opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation with a dynamic and collaborative team.