FOUNDING SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Founding Software Engineer (AI Wearable Platform) Equity included | Remote | Early-stage startup We're working with an early-stage startup building an AI-powered wearable and a connected software platform that work together to deliver personalised, real-time experiences . This is a Founding Engineer role — you'll be one of the first technical hires, working directly with the founder to build the initial product end-to-end and shape the technical foundations of the company. What you'll be doing • Build the first version of a wearable-connected software platform • Develop an early MVP web/laptop app that configures and syncs with the device • Work across frontend, backend, integrations, and infrastructure • Rapidly prototype, test, and iterate on product ideas • Help turn early concepts into a stable, demo-ready product • Act with a founder mindset : ownership, prioritisation, and pragmatic decision-making What kind of engineer are we looking for? • Strong full-stack engineer comfortable owning systems end-to-end • Experience shipping MVPs or early-stage products • Comfortable working in ambiguity and moving fast without heavy process • Independent problem-solver who doesn't need hand-holding • Clear communicator — direct, proactive, and practical Typical background • 3–7+ years of hands-on engineering experience (or equivalent depth) • Startup, scale-up, or solo-builder experience is a strong plus Indicative tech environment (Not fixed — you'll help shape it) • Frontend: React • Backend: Node.js or Python • APIs, AI integrations , and modern cloud tooling • Lightweight, pragmatic stack focused on speed and reliability Working setup • Fully remote • Minimum 20 hours/week ( full-time preferred ) • Some overlap with NZ time zone • Direct collaboration with the founder Why this role? • Founding-level equity for the right hire • High ownership and real influence on product and direction • Opportunity to build from zero , not maintain legacy • Early-stage, high-impact , builder-first environment Note for candidates Deeper product and technical details will be shared directly by the founder at the next stage.