CTO / Technical Co-Founder - AI

CTO / Technical Co-Founder - AI

An elite AI engineering scale-up is launching a new enterprise-focused division and seeks a CTO / Founding Engineering Leader to build it from the ground up.

This is a rare chance to shape both technical strategy and business growth while working directly with executives at global organizations on how they implement generative AI.

The Role

• Define the technical vision and delivery model for enterprise AI solutions.
• Recruit and lead a world-class engineering team.
• Partner with business leadership to secure large-scale contracts.
• Design and deliver production-grade AI systems that solve complex challenges.
• Stay ahead of the curve by turning emerging research into enterprise-ready applications.

What’s Needed

• 8+ years leading technical teams, ideally building or scaling new ventures.
• Proven track record of recruiting and developing top talent.
• Hands-on expertise with AI/LLM systems in production.
• Comfort engaging with C-suite executives and navigating enterprise environments.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong communication skills.

Why Join

• Shape how global enterprises adopt generative AI at scale.
• Build alongside experienced founders and world-class engineers.
• Be part of an engineering-first culture designed for builders.

Despite being a part of a larger, profitable and high growth business, you'll receive significant equity and a profit sharing model linked to the success of the team as you scale it.

Location: Raleigh–Durham (relocation options available)

Compensation: Competitive salary, 401k with matching, unlimited PTO, health coverage, and more.