AI Engineering Consultant - Part time - Remote, Canada

AI Build Consultant :2-8 hrs/week (scalable)PST overlap requiredAbout the Opportunity:Work directly with a serial Silicon Valley founder - with multiple exits - who is actively incubating a portfolio of new AI companies within his studio. This is a rare opportunity to plug into early-stage company building at the highest level, contributing technical expertise where it has immediate, tangible impact.We are seeking a skilled, self-directed AI engineering consultant to serve as a trusted technical advisor. This is not an execution-only role - the ideal candidate removes obstacles, diagnoses complex problems, establishes clean technical foundations, and enables the team to move with speed and confidence.The engagement begins at 2-8 hours per week across sequenced projects, with strong potential to expand as initiatives scale.ResponsibilitiesConduct a technical audit of an early-stage AI startup's existing codebase and infrastructureDefine and implement scalable project workflows and documentation to support team-based collaborationConfigure and optimize AI-assisted development environments (including Claude Code) for multi-contributor useDiagnose and resolve complex bugs and system issues - identifying root causes and implementing durable fixesAdvise on technical architecture decisions appropriate for early-stage, high-velocity product developmentProvide ongoing engineering support as new features and capabilities are prioritized across projectsQualifications:4+ years of hands-on software engineering experience at a mid to senior levelDemonstrated experience within high-growth startups - comfortable operating lean, without bureaucratic overheadProficiency with AI-native development tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, or equivalent platformsHands-on experience building or configuring AI agents and automation frameworksAbility to quickly orient within unfamiliar codebases and deliver effective solutions independentlyClear, professional communication skills - written and verbal - with the ability to translate technical decisions for non-technical stakeholdersAvailability to collaborate synchronously with Pacific Standard Time (PST) coverageNice to Have:Prior fractional or consulting engineering experience - proven ability to onboard quickly and deliver immediate valueExposure to 0?1 product development in fast-moving startup environmentsFamiliarity with AI studio or venture studio operating models