Job summary
We are looking for a Founding Frontend Engineer, experience with greenfield projects is a must and working in a start-up environment is crucial. Exp in react native, ruby on the backend but is not needed.
Key skills required for this role
React Native, Start-up, 0 - 1 product development
Important
Founding Frontend Engineer - React Native
Job description
Our client, a dynamic and innovative start-up in the technology sector, is seeking a Founding Frontend Engineer to join their rapidly growing team. With recent funding secured, they are poised to scale and bring on talented individuals to drive their mission forward. The company collaborates closely with supermarkets, enabling customers to efficiently organize their baskets through AI technology. As a Founding Frontend Engineer, you will work directly with the CEO and CTO, taking full ownership of features and helping to define the engineering culture from the outset.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Build and ship full features end-to-end with complete ownership
2. Take a bias for action, demonstrating autonomy and prioritising impact over perfection
3. Operate comfortably within high-speed and ambiguous environments
4. Regularly collaborate in-person if based in London; remote work options are available
5. Show a track record of exceptional performance across academics, work, or personal projects
Job Requirements:
6. Experience with React Native, ideally with 4+ years in full-stack or product engineering
7. Proven ability to build and ship full features end-to-end with a sense of ownership
8. Background in entrepreneurship, with experience in start-ups or side projects
9. Bonus: Experience with machine learning workflows, mobile infrastructure, or recommender systems
Benefits:
10. Be part of a rapidly growing start-up with significant impact on its success
11. Collaborative and supportive work environment
12. Opportunities for professional growth and development
13. Remote working options with regular in-person meetings for collaboration
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