Founding Engineer - FinTech Startup

Founding Engineer - FinTech Startup (Mia Wealth)

Location: Fully Remote - UK

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £95,000

• Shape the tech vision and strategy for a groundbreaking FinTech platform, Mia Wealth
• Generous equity package, unlimited holiday, and comprehensive benefits
• Fast-paced startup environment with immense growth potential
• Collaborate with a passionate team on a mission to make investing accessible
• A genuine opportunity for progression to CTO

Company Overview:

Mia Wealth is revolutionising the way modern families invest in their children's future. Their user-friendly platform, designed by parents for parents, simplifies the complex world of investing, making it accessible and inclusive for everyone. By removing endless paperwork and confusing jargon, Mia Wealth empowers parents, grandparents, and loved ones to easily contribute towards meaningful milestones like a child's first home, university education, or even retirement. With a passion for creating lasting financial security and opportunity, Mia Wealth is transforming the landscape of child investing.

Position Overview:

As the Founding Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical strategy and leading the development of Mia Wealths core platform from the ground up. This is a hands-on position that requires a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a deep understanding of the FinTech landscape. You will be instrumental in building a scalable, secure, and user-centric platform that adheres to stringent financial regulations while delivering an exceptional user experience.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and lead the development of the core investment platform from the ground up
• Define and drive the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Select and implement the optimal tech stack, balancing scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and industry security standards
• Plan for future growth, enabling seamless integration with partner APIs and payment systems
• Hire, lead, and mentor a high-performing engineering team
• Implement agile development processes, CI/CD pipelines, and robust testing frameworks
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, and operations teams
• Communicate technical vision and plans to investors and stakeholders
• Evaluate and integrate with external partners, including banks, data providers, and payment processors

Requirements:

• Proven track record of building and scaling FinTech platforms from scratch
• Expertise in architecting secure, compliant, and scalable systems
• Proficiency in modern web technologies and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Experience with cross-platform mobile development frameworks like Flutter
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, data protection, and security best practices
• Ability to lead and inspire engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a growth mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Passion for using technology to drive positive social impact

Benefits:

• Generous equity package and competitive salary
• Unlimited holiday and flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive health insurance, life insurance, and pension contributions
• Opportunity for rapid career progression to CTO
• Supportive and inclusive company culture that values work-life balance
• Chance to work on a meaningful product that directly impacts families' financial well-being

Alongside this exceptional package, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment where every team member is driven by a shared mission.

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