CTO / Tech Lead (AI / Computer Vision) — AXOLA
Axola is an AI-powered digital coaching platform. We've built a proprietary computer vision system that analyses athlete biomechanics from video to deliver real-time feedback, personalised training plans and performance insights. The MVP is ready, we already have strategic partnerships with sports and technology companies, and we are now building a UK-based founding team to take the product to market and scale internationally.
We are looking for a
CTO / Tech Lead
to join at a founding level. You will take ownership of the codebase, lead AI/computer vision development, design the product architecture (mobile + backend + cloud), build and mentor a small engineering team, and ensure scalability, performance and security (GDPR-compliant). You will collaborate with the founder on the roadmap, integrate strategic partnerships, and represent Axola as the technical lead with investors and partners.
Requirements:
* Strong background in Computer Vision / Machine Learning / AI (PyTorch, OpenMMLab, OpenCV, MediaPipe).
* Experience with video analysis, pose estimation or biomechanics.
* Startup experience — ability to deliver with limited resources.
* Knowledge of data privacy & GDPR.
* Passion for sport and technology is a strong plus.
What we offer:
* Competitive salary (depending on experience).
* Equity options for candidates interested in a founding-level track.
* Opportunity to shape the product vision and tech roadmap from the ground up.
* Be part of the founding team of a UK-based Sports AI startup with active strategic partnerships.