Technical Co-Founder Opportunity | AI Powered Legal Technology Platform |

Company Description

One of our client an well-funded legal technology startup seeking a Technical Co-Founder to join our founding team. Their platform has completed successful prototype validation with early user traction across multiple international markets. This is an exceptional ground-floor opportunity to co-build the future of legal services through advanced AI technology.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Hyderabad for a Technical Co-Founder. The Technical Co-Founder will be responsible for co-building and developing the AI-powered legal technology platform, managing and leading the technical team, and overseeing all technical aspects of the startup. Daily tasks will include designing system architecture, coding, implementing AI and machine learning algorithms, conducting code reviews, and ensuring the scalability and security of the platform. Additionally, the Technical Co-Founder will work closely with other founders and stakeholders to shape the strategic direction of the company.

Location :

Hyderabad, India (Hybrid model available)

Commitment :

Full-time founding role

Compensation :

Competitive base + equity upside

Qualifications

Extensive experience in system architecture and software development

Strong background in AI and machine learning algorithms

Skills in coding languages such as Python, Java, or related

Proficiency in leading technical teams and managing projects

Experience in ensuring the scalability and security of platforms

Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field

Experience in legal tech, Fintech, Health tech or startup environments is a plus

Role & Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

Define technical strategy

and platform architecture for AI-powered legal services

Lead engineering decisions

including technology stack, development frameworks, & scalability planning

Build and lead technical team

as platform scales from prototype to production

Establish development practices

including code quality, security standards, & deployment processes

Product Development

Oversee platform development

from current prototype through market-ready production system

Guide AI integration strategy

for document processing, case prediction, and legal analytics

Ensure platform security

and compliance with international data protection requirements

Optimize user experience

across web and mobile platforms for diverse user segments

Business Partnership

Collaborate on strategic decisions

affecting company direction and market positioning

Participate

in fundraising providing technical expertise and vision to investors

Build strategic partnerships

with technology vendors, legal institutions, and government agencies

Contribute to business development

leveraging technical expertise for competitive advantage

Innovation & Growth

Drive platform innovation

incorporating latest AI / ML technologies and legal industry trends

Scale technical infrastructure

to support international expansion and enterprise clients

Research and development

leadership for advanced legal technology capabilities

Technical due diligence

for potential acquisitions, partnerships, or investment opportunities

Ideal Co-Founder Profile

Technical Expertise

Full-Stack Development Leadership (7+ years)

Frontend mastery :

React.js, modern JavaScript, responsive design, multilingual interfaces

Backend architecture :

Node.js, Python, microservices, API design, database optimization

AI / ML integration :

LLM APIs, natural language processing, machine learning model implementation

Cloud platforms :

AWS / GCP / Azure with DevOps, CI / CD, and scalable infrastructure experience

System Architecture & Security

Enterprise architecture

experience designing systems for regulated industries

Security expertise

including data encryption, compliance frameworks, & secure development practices

Database design

for complex workflows with high-performance requirements

Integration experience

with third-party APIs, payment systems, and enterprise software

Industry & Domain Knowledge

Regulated Industry Experience

Legal technology, fintech, or healthcare

background with compliance requirements understanding

Document management systems

experience with large-scale file processing & workflow automation

International business awareness

of cross-border operations and regulatory differences

Enterprise B2B experience

with complex sales cycles and customer requirements

Leadership & Entrepreneurship

Startup & Team Building Experience

Technical leadership

with experience building and managing engineering teams

Startup environment

experience with rapid iteration, resource constraints, and evolving requirements

Cross-functional collaboration

with product, design, marketing, and business development teams

Mentorship capabilities

for growing technical team as company scales

Strategic Thinking

Product vision

ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions

Market understanding

of technology trends and competitive landscape

Investment readiness

comfortable presenting technical strategy to investors and stakeholders

Partnership development

experience with technical integrations and vendor relationships

Personal Attributes

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Risk tolerance

comfortable with startup uncertainty and bootstrap mentality

Equity motivation

seeking long-term wealth creation over immediate salary maximization

Growth orientation

excited by building something from ground up to market leadership

Mission alignment

passionate about democratizing legal services through technology

Communication & Collaboration

Stakeholder communication

ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

International perspective

understanding cultural differences in global market expansion

Conflict resolution

skills for navigating co-founder and early team dynamics

Adaptability comfort

with changing priorities and rapid pivoting based on market feedback

What We Offer

Equity & Ownership

Significant Founding Stake

Vested over 4 years

with 1-year cliff standard startup structure

Board participation

with representation in governance and oversight

Liquidation preferences

aligned with other founders for maximum upside potential

Compensation Structure

Competitive Base Salary : As per market trend

Market-competitive

base compensation during early stage development

Performance bonuses

tied to technical milestones and platform growth metrics

Equity upside

primary wealth creation vehicle with significant ownership stake

Expense coverage

for professional development, conferences, and business travel

Professional Growth

CTO-level responsibility

with full technical decision-making authority

Team building ownership

hiring and developing engineering talent

Technology budget control

for platform development and infrastructure investment

Industry recognition

opportunity to establish thought leadership in legal technology

Market Impact & Learning

Direct customer interaction

with legal professionals, enterprises, and government agencies

International business experience

expanding across multiple countries and regulatory environments

Investor relations

participation in fundraising and strategic partnership development

Cross-functional expertise

gaining business, product, and market development experience

Startup Benefits

Work Environment

Flexible working

arrangements with hybrid remote / office model

Equipment and setup

comprehensive technology allowance for optimal productivity

Professional development

budget for conferences, courses, and industry networking

Strategic Advantages

Early market entry

with validated demand and prototype traction

Strong founding team

with complementary skills and proven collaboration

Government support

alignment with legal sector digitization initiatives

Partnership opportunities

established relationships with legal institutions and technology vendors

Confidentiality & Discretion

Stealth Mode Operations

Confidentiality Requirements

• Non-disclosure agreement required for all discussions and information sharing
• Limited public disclosure maintaining competitive advantage during development phase
• Professional discretion in all external communications about role and company
• Secure communication protocols for all technical and business discussions

Information Sharing Process

Selection Process

Evaluation Approach

Stage 1 – Initial Assessment (60 min)

Review : background, technical experience, startup exposure, career goals

Fit : vision alignment, commitment, collaboration style

Technical : architecture principles, AI philosophy

NDA execution

Stage 2 – Technical Deep Dive (3 to 5 hrs.)

Architecture design & strategy

Code review & optimization

AI integration : LLM selection & performance

Scaling strategy : infra for growth & expansion

Stage 3 – Business Partnership (2 to 4 hrs.)

Strategic alignment : vision, market, growth

Partnership dynamics : roles, decision-making, conflict resolution

Investment readiness : pitching, fundraising, investor comms

Market opportunity : trends & competition

Stage 4 – References & Final Evaluation (2 week)

References : leadership & startup experience

Cultural fit : team integration

Equity : ownership, vesting, governance

Commitment : start date, transition, onboarding

Join as a true co-founder in a groundbreaking legal tech venture with validated demand, global market potential, and extraordinary growth prospects. This is a full-time opportunity for an experienced technical leader ready to take the entrepreneurial leap. Build meaningful impact, create wealth through equity, and shape the future of legal technology—confidential inquiries welcome.