Founding CTO / Tech Lead

Founding CTO / Tech Lead

Location: Indore (Hybrid)

Company: IIMaspirant.in

Engagement: Founding Role With Equity Based Compensation In The Initial Phase

About IIMaspirant.in

IIMaspirant.in is developing a technology-driven education platform for CAT and IPMAT aspirants, emphasizing structure, consistency, and measurable outcomes. Currently in the execution phase, we are assembling a small, highly-ownership-oriented founding team.

Role Overview

This is a founding leadership role with complete ownership of technology and product execution. You will collaborate directly with the Founder to build and expand the platform from the outset.

This role is equity based in the initial phase.

Core Responsibilities

•  Own and oversee the entire technology stack
•  Develop, manage, and scale the WordPress-based platform (mandatory)
•  Design and implement the LMS and mock test infrastructure
•  Make critical build versus buy decisions
•  Ensure performance, security, and scalability
•  Translate product vision into a clear technical roadmap
•  Establish engineering workflows and documentation
•  Hire and lead future tech team members

Requirements

•  Strong, hands-on experience with WordPress (non-negotiable)
•  Solid understanding of modern web technologies and system design
•  Experience in startups or product-driven environments is preferred
•  Ownership mindset; comfortable with ambiguity
•  Willingness to work without a salary initially, for equity upside
•  Ability to collaborate in a hybrid setup (Indore preferred)

Equity & Structure

•  10–15% equity, subject to vesting
•  Open to with or without investment
•  Compensation to evolve with revenue milestones

Who This Is For

•  Builders who seek ownership, not just tasks
•  Engineers aiming for a founding leadership role
•  Individuals motivated by long-term value creation

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