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Founding Engineer (Equity)

Founding Engineer (Equity)

StealthWorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
1 day ago
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Founding Engineer / Technical Co-Founder

Join the ground floor of a potential industry disruptor.

I’m the solo founder of an early-stage startup building the next‑generation online marketplace and network for local services. We’ve already gained strong early traction , with a growing waitlist and interest from investors .

This is a rare opportunity to join at the true ground floor — as a technical leader, helping shape not just the product, but the company itself.

Your Role

  • Own the tech stack : Architect, design, and build our web platform end‑to‑end.
  • Build the MVP : Rapidly develop a scalable, high‑quality MVP that validates our concept and supports early user growth.
  • Be a strategic partner : Work closely with me on product direction, technical roadmap, and go‑to‑market strategy.
  • Fundraising & scale : Help shape our technical story for investors and prepare for future engineering hires post‑funding.

The Offer

  • Equity : Meaningful co‑founder‑level equity stake, reflecting your ownership and commitment at this stage.
  • Cash bonus : Provided upon reaching key milestones, such as MVP completion and launch.
  • Commitment : Around 10 hours per week initially, with flexibility to ramp up as we approach funding and growth.
  • Future compensation : A full‑time salary will be offered post‑funding, alongside continued equity upside as a core team member.
  • Who You Are

  • Experienced in building and shipping full‑stack web apps (ideally React, Next.js, Node, or a similar modern stack).
  • Strong architectural instincts and ability to balance MVP speed with scalability.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset — resourceful, ambitious, and comfortable in fast‑moving, undefined environments.
  • Vision‑driven — you think beyond code and understand how technology drives business outcomes.
  • Why This Matters

    We’re tackling a massive, fragmented industry that’s been left behind by innovation. The opportunity here is huge — and early traction is already validating our direction.

    If you’ve ever wanted to build something from zero, shape its future, and own a real piece of the upside — this is your chance.

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