CTO Co-founder | Web3 Fantasy Sports Platform (Equity Only)

Overview

We are developing our flagship product: Pump.Sports, a Web3 gamified social platform for fantasy sports. Users create fantasy teams based on televised matchups, utilize financial contracts for wagers, and engage with competitors via video chat. We are seeking a technical co-founder to join our journey.

The Role: Co-Founder & CTO

Join the founding team as Co-Founder & CTO to lead the technical direction and ensure the long-term scalability of Pump.Sports. This is an equity-only role initially, offering significant ownership, influence, and a meaningful stake, sharing the same risk profile as existing founders.

What You'll Work On

• Defining and owning the technical direction of the platform.
• Building and iterating on the Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
• Translating customer feedback into actionable product decisions.
• Making pragmatic tradeoffs between build quality and speed.
• Preparing the product for early customer adoption.

Who This Is a Good Fit For

• Strong background in software development with proficiency in: ReactJS, AngularJS, Node.js, Rust, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, PHP, and HTML.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure management, including cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure), DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines), system design principles, and API integrations.
• Proven experience building and shipping a Web3 product (early stage experience is acceptable).
• Interest in ownership and influence, beyond just a title.
• Ability to commit meaningful time alongside other responsibilities.

Equity & Commitment

• Equity: 10–20% (depending on fit and involvement).
• Vesting: Standard founder vesting.
• Salary: None initially, until the seed round is closed.
• Time Commitment: ~25–40 hrs/week preferred (Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week).
• Pay: $1.00 per year.
• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.
• Work Location: Remote.

Application Questions

• Are you comfortable in receiving no cash compensation for this role until post seed funding round is complete and receiving anywhere between 5-20% equity in the company in lieu of cash compensation for the time being?
• How many hours a week can you contribute to this role?