About the Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Full-Stack Developer (CTO/Co-Founder) with strong expertise in React / Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL, and AWS. You should be able to structure, optimize, and scale an already existing codebase (around 70% of the product is already developed). You don’t need to start from scratch, but you should be confident in reviewing, refactoring, and extending the platform as needed. Experience in leading dev teams, payment integrations, API connections (KYC, moderation, etc.), and scalable architectures is essential.

Responsibilities

Review, optimize, and extend our existing codebase (70% already built)
Develop and launch new features (subscriptions, PPV, creator shops, livestreams, etc.)
Ensure platform scalability, stability, and security
Integrate payments, KYC/verification, and content moderation systems
Build and lead the tech team as we grow, review code from new developers
Collaborate closely with founders in product decisions and tech roadmap

Requirements

Full-Stack Development
React
Next.js
Node.js
PostgreSQL
AWS
API Integration
Team leadership
Product Scaling

Nice to Have

Strengths in numbers, data, and logic
Design and visuals
Pushing and getting things done
Structuring and strategic thinking

We Offer

Co-Founder position (CTO) with equity – you will shape the product and own the tech vision
A platform in a multi-billion € creator market with enormous growth potential
Already 70% of the codebase completed – you don’t start from zero, but have the freedom to optimize and rebuild if needed
Strong founding team with proven expertise in sales, marketing, and creator networks
Long-term perspective: lead and expand your own developer team
Remote-first working culture with high flexibility and ownership

About the Company

Fans1 is Europe's leading creator platform for direct monetization, exclusive content, and close fan engagement. Fans1 is an innovative platform that enables influencers and content creators to directly monetize their content. With features like subscriptions, pay-per-view messages, creator shops, live streams, and wish requests, we create new opportunities for direct fan interaction. Fans1 handles all payment processing, security, and moderation, while creators receive up to 70% of their revenue. Our business model is based on a 30% transaction fee.

Challenges

Our strength lies in sales, marketing, and a strong creator network. However, we currently lack the right technical expertise. We are looking for a Full Stack Developer to join as a Co-Founder.

Target Group

Content creators and influencers (lifestyle, fitness, beauty, gaming, music, art)
Fans seeking exclusive access, closeness, and interaction with their idols

Job Details

Position: Co-Founder
Role: Tech, Product
Wanted as: Developer (backend), Developer (frontend)
Location: Wien, Austria
Remote/Homeoffice: Yes
Salary: Not specified
Shares: Available
Start date: Immediately

CTO / Full-Stack Developer (Co-Founder)

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