
Founding Engineer
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About the role
🚀 Founding Engineer Opportunity | Legal Tech | Up to £140k + Equity
We’re partnering with a bootstrapped, early-stage legal tech startup on a mission to transform how the legal industry operates and they’re looking for a Founding Engineer to help build it from the ground up.
The business is in strong shape with $1.3M in annualised services revenue, $650K invoiced in just six months, with the founder confident in a path to $5M+ within the year.
💡 Why this role stands out:
This isn’t just another engineering job, we're looking for a 0>1 IC who'll take full technical ownership of the product shaping architecture, defining engineering culture, and building solutions to real-world legal challenges. You’ll join early enough to have true influence on product and direction.
💻 Tech Stack:
Python | TypeScript | Next.js | React | GCP | AI-native systems | Kubernetes | Terraform
📍 Working setup:
London (3 days in-office)
💰 Compensation:
Up to £140,000 + meaningful early-stage equity
🔍 What they’re looking for:
5+ years of engineering experience
Strong full-stack capability
Someone who thrives with autonomy and takes pride in what they build
A builder mindset comfortable making decisions and owning outcomes
If you’re excited by ownership, impact, and building something from zero to one, this is a rare opportunity to step into a true founding role.
📩 Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch.
🚀 Founding Engineer Opportunity | Legal Tech | Up to £140k + Equity
Compensation
This Software Engineer role pays $140k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United Kingdom.
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