VP of Engineering (AI) at VC-backed AI automation platform

Are you a visionary VP of Engineering passionate about AI and automation? Join a rapidly scaling, VC-backed platform in London that's revolutionizing a traditional industry by automating complex workflows. This is your chance to lead a talented team, shape the technical roadmap, and drive innovation with significant equity, making a tangible impact on product and culture from the ground up while solving real-world problems.

Overview

Role overview

Lead the technical development of AI-powered solutions, manage a team of engineers, and shape the future of a fast-scaling AI startup. This hands-on role involves writing and reviewing code, defining architecture, and collaborating with product teams to deliver high-impact features. Drive innovation in automation, AI integration, and scalability, ensuring product reliability and performance.

Company

About the company

VC-backed AI automation platform

Responsibilities

What you will do

Lead the technical development of AI-powered property management solutions.
Write, review, and optimise code — staying close to the engineering process.
Manage a team of AI engineers.

Candidate profile

Who this is a fit for

A First-Class or strong academic degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
5+ years proven experience in software engineering, ideally within AI, SaaS, or automation platforms.
Previous experience in a lead or management role within a startup or tech-driven company.

What makes it remarkable

Why this role is remarkable

Shape the future of an AI-driven platform transforming a major industry.
Significant equity offering, allowing you to share directly in the company's success.
Opportunity to define engineering culture and technical vision from an early stage.

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