Founding CTO (+ Equity) at VC-backed AI security startup
An innovative, VC-backed startup at the forefront of AI security is seeking a visionary Founding CTO to join as a core member of the leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to take charge of the technology strategy and execution within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. As the Founding CTO, you will work closely with the founding team to define the technical roadmap, architect scalable solutions, and build a world-class engineering team. You will have significant influence over product direction and play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s culture and long-term success.
Key responsibilities include designing and implementing secure, scalable AI-driven systems, leading the development of innovative security products, and ensuring adherence to best practices in software engineering and cybersecurity. You will be responsible for hands-on technical leadership, setting up development processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to translate customer needs into actionable product features. As an early-stage leader, you will also be involved in hiring, mentoring, and developing a high-performing technical team, while working with investors and advisors to support the company’s growth.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in building and scaling security-focused software products, deep expertise in AI/ML or data-driven systems, and proven experience in early-stage startups or fast-moving environments. You thrive in ambiguity, excel at problem-solving, and possess excellent communication skills. Prior experience with cloud infrastructure, secure software development, and familiarity with compliance frameworks is highly valued. This is a founding role with significant equity, offering the chance to drive real impact in the evolving world of AI security.
Founding CTO (+ Equity) at VC-backed AI security startup
Other similar jobs
Popular job searches
Your next job
starts here.
JOB SPECIALISMS
LATEST JOBS
TOP SEARCHES
LOCATIONS
- Security Engineer
- Security Analyst
- Security Architect
- Security Consultant
- IT Security Manager
- Identity Access Management IAM
- SOC Analyst
- Cyber Security Consultant
- Data Protection
- Penetration Tester
- Application Security
- Governance and Compliance
LATEST JOBS
- Senior Manager, Business Infor...
- Senior Data Protection Manager
- Cyber Security Engineer
- PAM Consultant
- Associate Security Engineer
- GRC Consultant
- Cyber Security Manager
- Risk & Controls Analyst (Cyber...
- Security Analyst – Emerging Te...
- PAM Architect
- Senior GRC Analyst
- OT SIEM Engineer