How to Find the Right Technical Cofounder

Intro

Solo founders struggle—more than half of funded SaaS teams have two. Here’s a field-tested approach for finding a technical cofounder in 2025.

What to Look for

• An appetite for ownership, not just code.
• Willingness to learn business and build fast, not just “perfect.”
• Strong opinions, weakly held about technology choices and features.
• History of shipping products (even side projects count).

Where to Find Them

• Events: Keep going to local meetups, hackathons, virtual demo days.
• Online: Indie Hackers, Twitter circles, and targeted LinkedIn DMs (tailored!).
• Your own network—ask for referrals, not applications.

How to “Pitch” the Role

• No NDA. Be open—trust attracts builders.
• Offer early autonomy, equity, and a clear mission—more than a spec doc.
• Get to work together on an MVP quickly—chemistry matters more than resumes.

Takeaway

You’re not looking for an employee. You’re seeking a core partner. Be transparent, move fast, and learn together.