Head of Tech Development - Equity Only

Please note that this is an equityonly role. There is no salary on offer at this time.

Our client is a startup food delivery technology company with a focus not only on how your food arrives but also on its quality. They are committed to building stronger communities by supporting local vendors and showcasing the dedication of their delivery personnel. They are not just delivering meals they are delivering safety quality and connection.

They are seeking a Head of Tech Development who is not just a leader but also a handson expert ready to roll up their sleeves and build alongside the team. Working closely with the CTO the ideal candidate will lead technical development ensuring robust scalable and efficient solutions that underpin their ambitious growth plans.

This is an equityonly role perfect for a passionate developer with a vision for shaping and scaling a techdriven brand in the ecommerce and marketplace space.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the endtoend development of our clients digital products and platforms including ecommerce and marketplace integrations.
• Provide strategic direction on tech stack decisions to align with business goals and future scalability.
• Actively contribute to coding efforts particularly in core areas such as MangoDB NODE (AngularJS) WordPress Kotlin Java MySQL Swift Android and React.
• Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and implement effective solutions in realtime.
• Work closely with the CTO to translate business requirements into actionable technical strategies.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to building a highperforming development team.
• Ensure the technical infrastructure is secure scalable and optimised for performance.
• Develop and enforce coding standards documentation and best practices.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends integrating them where appropriate to maintain a competitive edge.
• Drive innovation in platform features leveraging Tag & Scan Technology to enhance user experience and operational efficiency.

Requirement

• Extensive experience in fullstack development particularly in ecommerce and marketplace platforms.
• Expertise in the following technologies:
• Backend: MongoDB Node.js (AngularJS)
• Frontend: React WordPress
• Mobile: Kotlin Java Swift Android
• Database: MySQL
• Demonstrable track record of delivering scalable usercentric digital solutions.
• Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and system architecture.
• Prior experience working in startups or equitybased roles.
• Familiarity with integrating secured operational tools.
• Passion for innovation and leveraging technology to solve realworld challenges.

Personal Attributes

• Innovative Thinker: Passion for building cuttingedge solutions with a customerfirst mindset.
• ProblemSolver: Ability to anticipate technical challenges and provide scalable solutions.
• Detailoriented: Focused on building secure reliable and performant systems.
• Team Player: Committed to team success and the overall goals of the company.

On Offer

• Competitive equity package.
• Flexible/Remote work environment and arrangement.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative team and culture.
• Opportunity to work with talented professionals in a dynamic and growing industry.
• A lot of role autonomy and the opportunity to contribute to the direction and growth of the company.