As the first engineering hire, you will architect and build the core technical foundation for a new platform reimagining the future of hospitality. This high-impact role offers immense autonomy to design backend systems, cloud infrastructure, and data pipelines from scratch, blending startup-style ownership with the stability of an established international real estate ecosystem.
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London, United KingdomNot Disclosed
Founding Engineer at Global hospitality innovation group
Are you ready to build the future of hospitality from the ground up? We're looking for a Founding Engineer to join a well-funded innovation arm in London. As the first hire, you'll have total autonomy to architect backend systems and cloud infrastructure for a platform backed by an established international real estate group. If you're a 0-to-1 builder with 5+ years of experience and a passion for high-impact architecture, this unique hybrid of startup speed and corporate stability is the perfect next step for your career.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
Global hospitality innovation group
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Architect and implement core cloud infrastructure, backend services, and scalable API components.
- Lead integrations with external systems and establish foundational engineering standards and CI/CD processes.
- Design and manage secure data flows, observability systems, and performance monitoring from the ground up.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- 5+ years of experience building complex backend systems and distributed platforms using modern cloud stacks.
- Proficient in Python or TypeScript with strong mastery of SQL, data modeling, and system design.
- Proven ability to execute independently in high-ownership environments and a desire to build products from scratch.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Rare opportunity to join as the first engineering hire and shape the technical vision from 0 to 1.
- Unique combination of a fast-moving startup environment backed by a stable, global real estate group.
- High-impact work in the heart of London with meaningful ownership and comprehensive benefits including visa sponsorship.
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