What are the biggest problems startups face when leading a team of software developers?

The main problems startups face with software developers are juggling limited budgets with big goals, maintaining clear communication, and staying aligned with the startup’s vision. Startups often have little money and time, which makes it hard to prioritise and prevent burnout. They also need to manage technical debt while building new features - faster coding often lowers quality. Small, diverse teams need strong collaboration tools to work well together. Retaining talented developers is a challenge too, as they are in high demand. Losing key team members can slow progress and make growth much harder.