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Aurora

Co-Founder / CTO

Aurora
Portugal · Contract · Executive

🚀 Co-Founder / CTO — Early-Stage Tech Startup

Company: Scope Innovation (Stealth Project)

Location: Europe preferred (remote-friendly)

Role: Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer

Compensation: Significant equity (founding role)

About the Opportunity

We are building an early-stage consumer technology startup currently in the patenting and prototype development phase. The project involves connected hardware, embedded systems, and a mobile application, with manufacturing discussions already underway.

We are looking for a technical co-founder to take ownership of the technology and help shape the product and company from the ground up.

Full project details will be shared only after an NDA.

The Role

As Co-Founder / CTO, you will define and execute the technical vision, making key architectural decisions across hardware, software, and mobile systems.

You will work closely with the CEO on product direction, roadmap, and long-term strategy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define the overall technical architecture
  • Lead embedded / IoT development
  • Oversee integration between device firmware and mobile app
  • Guide or build the mobile application (iOS / Android or cross-platform)
  • Design backend / cloud components if needed
  • Make build vs. outsource decisions
  • Work with manufacturers, engineers, and external partners
  • Set foundations for scalability, security, and reliability
  • Help recruit and lead the technical team as the company grows
What We’re Looking For
  • Strong hands-on technical background
  • Experience with embedded systems, IoT, or connected devices
  • Comfortable working with Linux-based systems
  • Experience building or leading mobile app development
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to build from zero
  • Long-term commitment and ownership mentality
Nice to Have
  • Previous startup or co-founder experience
  • Experience taking products from prototype to production
  • Experience working with external manufacturers or suppliers
  • Strong product intuition, not just execution
What We Offer
  • True co-founder role with meaningful equity
  • Direct influence over product and company direction
  • Opportunity to build a real, scalable technology company
  • Transparent and founder-level collaboration

Key Skills

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Posted
Dec 19, 2025
Type
Contract
Level
Executive
Location
Lisbon
Company
Aurora

Industries

Software Development

Categories

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