We are building a next‑generation Identity + AI Enforcement platform in Berlin and are looking for a technical co‑founder who will architect and build the core product from day one. The role is for a visionary Founding CTO/CPTO based in Berlin, ideal for someone passionate about deep tech, thriving in fast‑paced environments, and experienced in building transactional platforms. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a newly funded, high‑growth startup.
Responsibilities
* Lead customer discovery and validation to refine the value proposition to our three main target groups: Deep Tech founders, investors, and corporate partners.
* Co‑build the product vision to establish the leading deep technology database of Europe as well as the most effective matchmaking platform.
* Establish the technological foundation of a transactional platform, including the data infrastructure.
* Develop and execute the company’s technology strategy and roadmap.
* Recruit and lead an in‑house, top‑tier engineering team.
* Manage the company’s data, including storage, analysis, data privacy, and security.
Requirements and Skills
* 10+ years experience in backend engineering and system architecture.
* Proven ability to design and ship complex distributed systems.
* Strong understanding of OAuth/OIDC, API keys, tokens, scopes, identity flows.
* Knowledge of RBAC/ABAC or fine‑grained access models.
* Exposure to Zero Trust principles, access control models, or identity governance.
* Experience with AI/LLM systems, agent logic, or willingness to learn fast.
* Understanding of SaaS integration security, OAuth app marketplaces.
* Hands‑on coding mentality; can build MVP and early architecture yourself.
* Experience integrating with multiple SaaS systems and APIs.
* Strong security mindset and understanding of modern attack surfaces.
* Ability to move fast, take ownership, and operate independently.
* Experience managing small engineering teams in early‑stage environments.
* Hands‑on experience with infrastructure‑as‑code (Terraform) and cloud deployments.
* Low ego, high commitment, and a true founder mentality.
Nice to Have
* Experience with AI/LLM systems, multi‑agent orchestration, or agent frameworks.
* Experience with policy engines (custom enforcement logic).
* Experience building event‑driven architectures or streaming systems (Kafka, Pub/Sub).
* Familiarity with token analysis, secret scanning, or credential hygiene.
* Experience with cloud IAM (AWS/GCP/Azure roles, service principals).
* Experience with risk scoring, anomaly detection, or behavior‑based systems.
* Exposure to agent sandboxing, isolated execution, or container micro‑VMs.
* Previous experience in cybersecurity, identity startups.
* Understanding of graph databases, unified identity graphs, or permission maps.
* Prior startup or co‑founder experience.
Benefits
* Elevate Europe’s tech sovereignty: help shape the culture and strategy of one of Europe’s leading Deep Tech platforms and support founders tackling major global challenges.
* Unparalleled network access: gain direct access to Tier 1 European Deep Tech startups, scale‑ups, and top investors.
* Founder culture: operate with autonomy, driving initiatives as a force multiplier for Tier 1 Deep Tech founders and refining your skills alongside Europe’s leading deep‑tech experts.
* Compensation: receive an equity package in a validated, high‑growth business with seed‑stage traction and a profitable business model, including a compensation tied to business results.
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