SaySo
SaySo is a voice-first productivity tool helping people work while on the go. We’re building a new kind of interface for the modern worker, where you can check your day, draft and reply to emails and messages, schedule meetings, ask questions, and more… all with your voice. No screens, no toggling, just talk and get things done.
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully. We’re looking for a sharp, ambitious technical co-founder to join us on this ride and take the technical reins. If you're excited by AI, voice tech, and the future of productivity, and you want to own the technical direction of something that could scale globally, this is your shot. Build the Product Own SaySo’s entire technical architecture, from backend to interface Rapidly prototype and test features to get user feedback early and often Ship the first version that users can actually use Lead the Tech Vision Translate the company vision into a scalable, secure, and fast product roadmap Select the right tools, frameworks, and infrastructure to build on Set coding standards, documentation norms, and dev practices Think Like a Founder Collaborate on product direction, GTM strategy, and company-building Balance shipping fast with building for the long term Bring ideas to the table, challenge assumptions, and help shape the company’s culture Grow into CTO Hire and lead future engineers Establish SaySo’s technical foundation and long-term roadmap Own our AI stack, integrations, and product scalability as we grow What We Value We’re looking for someone who’s a mix of builder and visionary. The right person will: Have experience working with AI/LLM technologies (OpenAI, Whisper, Vapi, LangChain, etc.) Be full-stack or know how to get to working prototypes fast Have experience working in or around startups (or seriously hungry to build one) Thrive with autonomy, but know when to ask for input Be based in the DC metro area and open to working hybrid/in-person Believe in what SaySo is solving, and be excited to help lead that journey You've built or experimented with voice-first interfaces or audio tooling You’re obsessed with workflows, productivity hacks, and building things that feel like magic You can balance technical debt and speed like a pro You’ve been a founding engineer or early hire at a startup before You’ll work directly with the Founder & CEO as a true partner in building SaySo from the ground up. This is a founding role that is equity-only to start. We’re pre-raise and bootstrapped, but once funded, compensation will scale accordingly. You’ll be granted meaningful equity and decision-making power from Day 1. Seniority level
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Job functionInformation Technology IndustriesSoftware Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SaySo by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Chief Technology Officer” roles.Chief Technology Officer, Veterans Affairs (VA), Solution ArchitectVirtual Chief Information Security Officer (R-00080)Vice President, CIO Go-To-Market Industry Lead - TMT/CBS McLean, VA $300,300.00-$401,660.00 6 days ago Washington, DC $150,000.00-$180,000.00 2 months ago Vice President, Capital Change & Data Governance Baltimore, MD $95,000.00-$165,000.00 2 weeks ago Chantilly, VA $170,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago Principal-in-Charge / Vice President - Architectural Science & Technology Baltimore, MD $135,000.00-$190,000.00 1 month ago Executive Vice President for Communications Washington, DC $181,000.00-$199,000.00 1 month ago Vice President of Product Management, CybersecurityVice President, Business Development - Environment & InfrastructureVice President and Head of Corporate Communications Washington, DC $320,000.00-$350,000.00 1 week ago Vice President, Business Strategy and Performance Washington, DC $247,000.00-$260,000.00 2 weeks ago Leesburg, VA $75,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago Vice President of Strategy ACE (WagWay Group) Washington, DC $185,000.00-$200,000.00 1 month ago Vice President of Corporate ResponsibilityVice President, Earned Media - Conservative Media Relations Washington, DC $150,000.00-$190,000.00 1 day ago Vice President, Contracts Administration Reston, VA $176,000.00-$282,000.00 1 month ago Executive Vice President & General CounselAssociate Vice President, Human Resources Washington, DC $120,000.00-$140,000.00 1 week ago Regional Vice President, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer Washington, DC $160,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully. We’re looking for a sharp, ambitious technical co-founder to join us on this ride and take the technical reins. If you're excited by AI, voice tech, and the future of productivity, and you want to own the technical direction of something that could scale globally, this is your shot. Build the Product Own SaySo’s entire technical architecture, from backend to interface Rapidly prototype and test features to get user feedback early and often Ship the first version that users can actually use Lead the Tech Vision Translate the company vision into a scalable, secure, and fast product roadmap Select the right tools, frameworks, and infrastructure to build on Set coding standards, documentation norms, and dev practices Think Like a Founder Collaborate on product direction, GTM strategy, and company-building Balance shipping fast with building for the long term Bring ideas to the table, challenge assumptions, and help shape the company’s culture Grow into CTO Hire and lead future engineers Establish SaySo’s technical foundation and long-term roadmap Own our AI stack, integrations, and product scalability as we grow What We Value We’re looking for someone who’s a mix of builder and visionary. The right person will: Have experience working with AI/LLM technologies (OpenAI, Whisper, Vapi, LangChain, etc.) Be full-stack or know how to get to working prototypes fast Have experience working in or around startups (or seriously hungry to build one) Thrive with autonomy, but know when to ask for input Be based in the DC metro area and open to working hybrid/in-person Believe in what SaySo is solving, and be excited to help lead that journey You've built or experimented with voice-first interfaces or audio tooling You’re obsessed with workflows, productivity hacks, and building things that feel like magic You can balance technical debt and speed like a pro You’ve been a founding engineer or early hire at a startup before You’ll work directly with the Founder & CEO as a true partner in building SaySo from the ground up. This is a founding role that is equity-only to start. We’re pre-raise and bootstrapped, but once funded, compensation will scale accordingly. You’ll be granted meaningful equity and decision-making power from Day 1. Seniority level
Seniority levelExecutive Employment type
Employment typeOther Job function
Job functionInformation Technology IndustriesSoftware Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SaySo by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Chief Technology Officer” roles.Chief Technology Officer, Veterans Affairs (VA), Solution ArchitectVirtual Chief Information Security Officer (R-00080)Vice President, CIO Go-To-Market Industry Lead - TMT/CBS McLean, VA $300,300.00-$401,660.00 6 days ago Washington, DC $150,000.00-$180,000.00 2 months ago Vice President, Capital Change & Data Governance Baltimore, MD $95,000.00-$165,000.00 2 weeks ago Chantilly, VA $170,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago Principal-in-Charge / Vice President - Architectural Science & Technology Baltimore, MD $135,000.00-$190,000.00 1 month ago Executive Vice President for Communications Washington, DC $181,000.00-$199,000.00 1 month ago Vice President of Product Management, CybersecurityVice President, Business Development - Environment & InfrastructureVice President and Head of Corporate Communications Washington, DC $320,000.00-$350,000.00 1 week ago Vice President, Business Strategy and Performance Washington, DC $247,000.00-$260,000.00 2 weeks ago Leesburg, VA $75,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago Vice President of Strategy ACE (WagWay Group) Washington, DC $185,000.00-$200,000.00 1 month ago Vice President of Corporate ResponsibilityVice President, Earned Media - Conservative Media Relations Washington, DC $150,000.00-$190,000.00 1 day ago Vice President, Contracts Administration Reston, VA $176,000.00-$282,000.00 1 month ago Executive Vice President & General CounselAssociate Vice President, Human Resources Washington, DC $120,000.00-$140,000.00 1 week ago Regional Vice President, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer Washington, DC $160,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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