Co-Founder / Cto - Ai/Ml & Platform Architect

Mesh Bioplastics unites advanced biopolymers with precision AI for smart circular manufacturing to eliminate waste in plastics production and healthcare.We're building a next-generation industrial AI platform that transforms how factories operate.This is an opportunity to join at the ground floor as Co-Founder & CTO, leading the entire technical vision of a globally scalable SaaS platform already backed by customer pilot commitments and major infrastructure support.Tasks??Your MissionArchitect and own the full technical stack — IoT, ML, cloud, and platform.Build the applied AI layer that will power real-time optimisation, intelligent automation, and compliance.Design and implement a robust, scalable, and secure architecture that can be deployed across global manufacturing.Recruit and lead a world-class engineering team as the platform scales.Collaborate closely with the founding team to shape strategy, IP protection, and commercial rollout.??Core ExpertiseAI/ML ArchitecturePredictive modelling, real-time optimisation, reinforcement learning, anomaly detection.Feature engineering and model lifecycle management (training, versioning, inference at the edge).ML Ops and scalable production deployment.IoT & Edge ConnectivityIndustrial communication protocols (MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus or similar).Edge buffering, secure connectivity, and streaming architecture.Ability to integrate with both smart and legacy industrial equipment.Platform & BackendPython (FastAPI or equivalent), containerized deployments, high-availability architecture.Event-driven design, multi-tenant SaaS security, scalable API frameworks.Role-based access control and authentication frameworks.Data & FrontendReal-time visualisation and dashboards (Streamlit, React or similar).Data pipeline design for high-volume streaming environments.Clear, intuitive interfaces for industrial operators and decision-makers.Cloud & DevOpsDeep experience with AWS, CI/CD, infrastructure as code.Security-first architecture, observability, high uptime design.Scalable deployment strategies and cloud cost optimisation.??BonusBackground in industrial automation or manufacturing systems.Experience integrating ESG/CSRD reporting and sustainability data.Prior CTO or CAIO experience in a high-growth startup.Ability to build edge solutions.Previous work with AI-driven optimisation platforms or real-time control systems.Requirements??Requirements (Experience, Qualifications & Skills)World class operator8+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 4 years in AI/ML system design and architecture.Proven track record of architecting and delivering industrial production-grade AI/ML platforms.Hands-on experience with IoT connectivity (MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus or similar) and edge computing.Strong expertise in Python, FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, containerised deployments, and AWS cloud infrastructure.Demonstrable experience in real-time data ingestion, ML Ops, and model lifecycle management.Familiarity with ESG/CSRD reporting frameworks and/or integrating sustainability KPIs.Strong architectural mindset with ability to scale a multi-tenant SaaS platform.Proven leadership skills — experience leading technical teams, ideally as a CTO, CAIO, or senior AI architect in a high-growth environment.Comfortable working in a founder role, taking ownership for the development to full-scale platform.Benefits??What We OfferFounding equity in a deep-tech company with massive global potential.Opportunity to lead the entire technical direction of the company.Early pilot traction with major industrial partners.Strategic cloud infrastructure support already secured.A clean slate to build a category-defining platform.This is not for the faint hearted, this is for long term gain, you will require grit, guile, determination, buckets of self belief and resolveWe're building a category-defining industrial AI platform with a clear global vision.If you are a world class operator, that has a founder's mindset, thrives on solving technically hard problems, and want to shape the future of intelligent manufacturing, we want to hear from you? If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an initial call with the founder team.? Strongest applicants will be asked to discuss a relevant architecture or project you've led.Demonstrations/ portfolio required.? This role is an equity only opportunity, no salary.#J-*****-Ljbffr