We’re working with a sharp, mission-driven AI company that’s quietly building a product with serious edge. Their advantage? They already have the data others are chasing. Now, they’re ready to build the platform that makes it all work, and they need an Engineering Manager who knows how to lead, code, and grow a team from the ground up.
This is a rare opportunity to step in early, shape the architecture, and influence the product from day one. If you’re someone who likes building more than maintaining, and mentoring more than micromanaging, this might be your next move.
You’ll lead the development of a brand-new Ruby on Rails platform. It’s a true player-coach role: one part architect, one part hands-on builder, one part mentor. You’ll be working directly with product and leadership to set direction, move fast, and build things the right way.
You’ll help hire and grow the team as the company scales—but you’ll start by getting your hands dirty. It’s a 50/50 split between coding and management, and you’ll be central to making sure the product ships cleanly, quickly, and at a high standard.
If you're excited about building fast, solving hard problems, and leading small, senior teams with autonomy, this could be a great fit. You might be the right person if:
This isn’t a rescue mission or a roadmap rewrite. You’re coming in early to build something that hasn’t been built yet, with a team that’s sharp, focused, and moving fast. The company already owns the data that gives them an advantage, they just need the right engineering lead to turn it into a product the market can’t ignore.
You’ll get autonomy, clarity, and the chance to build a team around your approach. If you’ve been waiting for a chance to lead something that’s both technical and strategic, this is worth a serious look.
This team is hiring now, and the right person could define the future of their platform, and the foundation of their tech team. If you’ve been waiting for a build-from-scratch role where leadership and execution are equally valued, don’t wait on this one.