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Oliver Bernard

Founding AI Engineer

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

Mid level

Full Time

08-12-2025

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Skills

Python TypeScript react node.js Analytics OpenAI Langchain

Job Specifications

Founding AI Engineer – Early-Stage, YC-Backed Startup (London / Hybrid)

Salary: £100k–140k
Equity: 1–3% (founding-level)
Hybrid working: Central London, 3 days p/week in office.
Tech Stack: TypeScript, Node.js, React, Python, LangChain, OpenAI/Anthropic

I’m working with a YC-backed startup that’s building the next generation of AI-native analytics. This is a seed-stage, well-funded company with backing from top-tier VCs and prominent angel investors. High-trust environment.

What They’re Looking For

Strong engineering background (ideally 5+ years).
Proven experience shipping production LLM systems.
Hands-on experience with agentic/multi-step reasoning AI.
Familiar with modern AI tooling .
Product-first mindset and excited about early-stage startup ownership.

Founding AI Engineer – Early-Stage, YC-Backed Startup (London / Hybrid)

About the Company

OB are an industry leading technology recruitment consultancy operating across the UK and Europe. Established in 2010 by Billy Jenkins and James Mace, we specialise across the entire tech industry - placing contract and permanent talent in technical roles, ranging from entry level to C-level positions. With more than a decade’s experience, we’re the number one agency for some of the most exciting technology brands in the UK including ASOS, SKY, BBC and SkyScanner. Our extensive talent pool is made up of the best technology ... Know more