Lead Founding Software Engineer AI/Technology Salary: $200,000-$220,000 + Equity About the Company Join a dynamic, rapidly expanding startup that is revolutionizing the way businesses manage their finances through AI-driven solutions.
The Role As a Lead Founding Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in architecting, building, and scaling our innovative financial platform. Collaborating closely with the leadership team, you will have a significant impact on key technical decisions and contribute to shaping the technology and engineering culture from the very start.
Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and enhance core platform features utilizing Python (Django), React, and AWS.
- Convert business and product needs into robust technical architectures and scalable systems.
- Write clean, maintainable, and high-performance code that adheres to industry standards.
- Research and incorporate emerging technologies to elevate the product's capabilities.
- Establish and advocate for coding standards, development workflows, and quality assurance practices.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a strong, collaborative team environment.
- Manage project timelines and deliver milestones with a strong sense of ownership.
- Identify and proactively resolve technical challenges to ensure platform reliability and optimal performance.
Requirements: - In-depth expertise in Python, with substantial experience using Django for scalable web applications.
- Practical experience with React and contemporary front-end development.
- Strong understanding of AWS cloud services and cloud-native architecture.
- Previous experience in early-stage startups, ideally as a founding engineer or core technical staff.
- Interest in or experience with AI/machine learning technologies is desirable.
The Benefits: Competitive salary range of $200,000 to $220,000, complemented by substantial early-stage equity.