Ciara Mulcahy

Lead Software Engineer / Team LeadMunich, GermanyShape the Future of AI & RoboticsWe are partnering with a well-funded, stealth-mode startup building cutting-edge AI and robotics technology with the ambition to redefine how intelligent systems interact with the real world. Backed by significant funding and led by an experienced founding team, the company is entering an exciting growth phase and is looking for a highly technical Software Team Lead to help shape both the product and engineering organisation from the ground up.This is a rare opportunity to join early, work directly alongside the founders, and play a pivotal role in building scalable systems, engineering culture, and future technical leadership within the company.The RoleAs the Lead Software Engineer / Team Lead, you will operate in a highly hands-on capacity, spending approximately 80% of your time writing code and solving complex technical challenges, whilst gradually taking on leadership responsibilities as the team scales.Initially, you will act as a senior individual contributor and technical leader, partnering closely with the CTO and founders to drive architectural decisions, establish engineering best practices, and support the growth of a high-performing engineering organisation.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building from scratch, thrives in ambiguity, and wants to remain deeply involved in technology whilst influencing team direction and company strategy.What You'll Be DoingTechnical LeadershipDrive the design and evolution of the company's core platform architecture.Build scalable, reliable, and maintainable software systems for AI and robotics applications.Lead architectural discussions and technical decision-making across the engineering organisation.Contribute heavily to software development across backend, cloud infrastructure, and platform services.Establish engineering best practices around testing, deployment, monitoring, and software quality.Engineering ExecutionDevelop and maintain backend services using Python and FastAPI.Design and optimise PostgreSQL databases and data architectures.Build and maintain cloud-native infrastructure using Docker and Kubernetes.Own CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes within GitLab.Collaborate across frontend and backend systems using TypeScript and React where needed.Support the scalability and reliability of systems running in GCP.Team & Organisation BuildingPartner directly with founders and executive leadership to translate business goals into technical execution.Mentor and support engineers across varying levels of experience.Introduce structure, processes, and engineering standards as the company grows.Help define hiring plans, onboarding processes, and team growth strategies.Contribute to the evolution of engineering culture and performance management practices.Current Engineering TeamThe engineering organisation currently consists of:Software Engineering Tech LeadSoftware Quality Tech Lead3 Software Engineers1 additional engineer joining shortlyAll engineers currently report directly to the CTO and founders.The successful candidate will initially act as a senior technical leader and will have the opportunity to take on formal people management responsibilities as the organisation scales.What We're Looking ForEssential ExperienceStrong software engineering background with experience building production-grade systems.Experience owning or contributing to end-to-end platform architecture, rather than solely individual components.Proven success operating within highly ambiguous startup environments.Computer Science degree or equivalent technical education.Experience working directly with founders, leadership teams, or senior stakeholders.Technical SkillsPythonFastAPIPostgreSQLDockerKubernetesGitLab CI/CDREST APIsBazelTypeScriptReactGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)Desirable ExperiencePrevious engineering leadership or team management experience.Experience serving as the bridge between founders/executive teams and engineering organisations.Demonstrated success building and scaling engineering teams.Experience implementing engineering processes, delivery frameworks, and performance management structures.Exposure to AI, robotics, machine learning, or deep-tech environments.Experience helping early-stage startups scale through periods of rapid growth.Who You AreHumble, approachable, and low ego.Comfortable working alongside engineers of all seniority levels.Happy to remain highly hands-on as the company grows.Excited by ambiguity, experimentation, and rapid change.Strong sense of ownership and accountability.Motivated by building exceptional products rather than climbing hierarchical ladders.Open to receiving and encouraging technical challenges and debate.A natural collaborator who enjoys helping teams succeed.Why Join?Opportunity to shape an engineering organisation from an early stage.Direct access to founders and significant influence on company direction.Build AI and robotics products with meaningful real-world impact.Join a high-calibre engineering team with exceptional technical talent.Help define processes, culture, architecture, and growth strategy.Significant scope for progression as the business scales.Well-funded startup with ambitious long-term plans.Fast-moving environment where your work will have visible impact.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: €120,000 - €160,000 base salary(Ability to flex higher for exceptional candidates)Additional Benefits:Performance-based bonusEmployee subsidy programmesWellpass membershipFlexible working arrangements where requiredSignificant career growth opportunities as the company scalesInterested?If you're an engineer who loves building from first principles, thrives in fast-moving startup environments, and wants to help shape the future of AI and robotics while remaining deeply technical, we'd love to hear from you.

🚀 Full Stack Engineer | Junior-Mid & Senior📍 Munich | Hybrid | 3 Days Onsite💰 €60,000 - €80,000 + Equity (0.5-1.5%)We're partnering with an early-stage B2B software startup using AI to solve complex operational challenges in a traditionally underserved industry. Their platform transforms data into actionable insights, helping teams make better decisions and reduce costly mistakes.🚀 Why Join?You'll have the opportunity to:Build and ship features from scratchInfluence product and technical decisionsWork on complex, data-rich applicationsSolve real-world problems with tangible impact🛠 Tech StackTypeScript • React • Next.js • Vercel • Supabase (Postgres) • AI tooling & orchestration frameworks✅ What We're Looking ForStrong React and TypeScript experienceFull stack development capabilitiesFluent GermanStartup or high-growth company experienceProduct-minded with strong ownership mentalityIdeally 3-5 years of experienceExperience with AI products, databases, or complex B2B platforms is a plus🌟 What's on Offer?€60,000-€80,000 + EquityHybrid working (3 days in Munich office)Flexible hoursGreenfield product environmentHigh ownership and autonomyCollaborative team with regular social activitiesThis is an opportunity to join a small, ambitious team where your work will directly shape both the product and the future of the business. 🚀

Founding Senior Full Stack Engineer📍 Munich, Germany (On-site) 💼 Full-time 💰 €90,000 - €130,000 + Equity About the RoleWe're partnering with an ambitious early-stage startup looking to hire a Founding Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their core team. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the founding team, shape the technical vision, and play a pivotal role in building and scaling a product from the ground up. As one of the first engineering hires, you'll have significant influence over architecture, technology decisions, engineering culture, and product direction. We're looking for someone who thrives in high-ownership environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and is excited by the challenge of building technology that can have real-world impact. What You'll Be DoingDevelop and scale backend systems and customer-facing web applicationsOwn product features from concept through to deployment and optimisationWork closely with founders and cross-functional teams to shape product strategyDesign and implement scalable, maintainable, and secure software architecturesBuild and maintain APIs and backend servicesDrive engineering best practices, testing, and code quality standardsImplement and improve CI/CD processes and deployment workflowsStay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trendsRequired Experience5+ years of commercial software engineering experienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related disciplineStrong backend development experience with Python and FastAPIExperience building modern web applications using:JavaScript / TypeScriptReactNext.jsSolid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) principlesExperience working with automated testing and CI/CD pipelinesExperience operating in startup, scale-up, or similarly high-ownership environmentsStrong communication skills with fluent written and spoken EnglishPreferred ExperienceExperience working within regulated industries such as healthcare, fintech, or insuranceExposure to mobile development frameworks, particularly FlutterExperience with cloud infrastructure and services, ideally Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Previous experience as an early engineering hire or founding engineerWho We're Looking For The ideal candidate:Takes ownership and accountability for outcomesHas a strong builder mentality and enjoys creating solutions from scratchIs comfortable operating in fast-moving, evolving environmentsCan think strategically while remaining hands-on technicallyDemonstrates strong problem-solving skills and systems thinkingCommunicates openly, collaborates effectively, and embraces feedbackIs motivated by the opportunity to help build a business from an early stageWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary: €90,000 - €130,000Meaningful equity packageDirect impact on product, technology, and company directionOpportunity to work closely with an experienced founding teamSignificant career growth potential as the business scalesA chance to be part of building something from the very beginningInterested in learning more? Get in touch for a confidential conversation.