Founding Software Engineer (Full-Stack / Backend) - AI Platform

About

Join an innovative AI firm transforming corporate practices with their groundbreaking AI operating system. We are seeking motivated Founding Software Engineers to be part of our dynamic team.

This is a thrilling opportunity to be part of our growth journey: We are in the early stages, funded by leading investors, part of an exclusive AI pilot program, and have active paying pilots with private equity, government, and major enterprises.

Note: We are looking for engineers eager to thrive in a fast-paced startup atmosphere, gearing up for Series A/B funding. This role demands significant commitment but promises immense rewards and unparalleled experience.

Tech Stack

• Backend: Python, FastAPI
• Frontend: React, TypeScript
• Infra: AWS (ECS Fargate, RDS, S3, CloudFront), Terraform, Docker
• DB: Postgres

Experience

• Build and enhance the core platform: APIs, microservices, and orchestration systems.
• Design, launch, and manage production infrastructure on AWS.
• Collaborate directly with customers to design systems and deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Influence product direction, technical architecture, and company culture as a founding member.
• Experience with ML / Applied AI is a plus.
• Proactive builder who takes ownership and acts swiftly.
• Adaptable in 0-1 environments and willing to take on various roles.
• Comfortable in high-pressure, client-facing situations.
• Driven to produce high-quality, production-ready work.

Essential Experience Required

• Backend or full-stack expertise from a dynamic startup or a leading company.
• Strong foundational knowledge of APIs, databases, and cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with enterprise systems integration or working with OAuth / SSO.

Beneficial

• A CS/CE/DS/EE undergraduate degree from a top 5 institution (e.g., MIT, Stanford, Berkeley, CMU, UIUC).
• US Citizenship (not mandatory but beneficial for specific projects requiring clearance).
• A genuine enthusiasm for an intense startup environment.

Apply as soon as possible if this opportunity aligns with your career goals - this position is fully onsite in San Francisco.

We are moving quickly on this opportunity!