Chief Technology Officer

HyndoScottsdale, AZ (preferred for in-person collaboration; hybrid/remote considered)Compensation: Significant founder-level equity competitive base salary upon reaching revenue milestonesJob Description Honeydew is an early-stage startup on a mission to simplify the home ownership journey. We are building a two-sided marketplace and communication platform for consumers to streamline the purchase, renovation, and maintenance of homes — making the entire process more transparent, efficient, and connected for homeowners and service professionals.We are seeking aFounding CTO & Technical Co-Founderto own the full technical vision, architecture, and development of our platform from MVP through launch and growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all technical strategy, architecture, and implementation decisionsDesign and build the core platform including payment integrations, real-time messaging systems, and machine learning matching algorithmsDevelop the initial web application followed by native iOS and Android applicationsEstablish engineering standards, development processes, and technical roadmapHire, mentor, and lead future engineering team members as the company growsCollaborate closely with the CEO on product priorities and go-to-market strategyRequired QualificationsMaster’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field (or equivalent professional experience)5 years of professional software engineering experience with demonstrated progression into technical leadership rolesHands‑on experience building and deploying production‑grade web and mobile applicationsStrong background in back‑end systems, API design, and scalable architectureExperience with prototyping, system design, and bringing products from concept to live productionProficiency in modern full‑stack development, cloud infrastructure, and relevant technologies for payments, real‑time systems, and machine learningPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience building or significantly contributing to a marketplace, SaaS, or two‑sided platformExperience with payment processing integrations, real‑time messaging, or machine learning applicationsTrack record of hiring and leading small engineering teamsHyndo is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.#J-18808-Ljbffr