Theary is an early-stage startup at the forefront of agentic AI for operations functions. We leverage AI automation to solve complex, human capital-intensive processes, empowering business service organizations with the technology to scale efficiently.
Our work takes us into industries with mission-critical functions, such as information services, verifications, credentialing, and consumer reporting. We navigate legacy technologies, strict regulatory environments, and tribal knowledge, applying AI-driven innovation to create scalable, repeatable, and cost-effective solutions.
We're a highly collaborative, on-site team based in the heart of downtown Austin. Our founding team has a proven track record of taking SaaS businesses from 0 to 1, and we're committed to solving hard problems, building straightforward products, and fostering a culture of trust, ownership, and optimism.
Why Join Us?- Be part of a foundational team building a product from the ground up
- Solve meaningful problems that impact real industries and real people
- Work closely with experienced operators and engineers who've done this before
- Enjoy a collaborative, in-person culture in a vibrant Austin office
As a Software Engineer at Theary, you will play a critical role in designing, building, and scaling our AI-powered automation platform. You'll collaborate across teams to solve real-world problems using cutting-edge technology in highly regulated industries.
Key Responsibilities:- Design, build, and maintain scalable production systems and APIs
- Integrate and deploy AI/LLM-powered solutions to automate complex workflows
- Work across the full technology stack, from backend services to front-end applications
- Contribute to architecture decisions and technical strategy in a fast-moving startup environment
- Prototype and iterate rapidly on new features and capabilities
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure engineering solutions align with business goals
- Navigate and integrate with legacy systems and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
What We're Looking For:- Startup Mindset & Initiative: Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments. Comfortable taking ownership and driving results without needing step-by-step instructions.
- AI & Innovation Focus: Hands-on experience working with LLMs, automation frameworks, or AI-driven products. Understanding of the practical applications and limitations of generative AI in production.
- Technical Excellence: 3+ years of professional experience building and maintaining production-grade software systems. Strong engineering fundamentals and sound decision-making.
- Full-Stack Development Skills: Experience with REST APIs, web frameworks, and relational databases. Proficient in modern backend languages and cloud-based infrastructure. Familiarity with our core tech stack is a plus: NodeJS / NestJS, Prisma, PostgreSQL, OpenAI / Gemini, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Collaborative Spirit: Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset. Able to brainstorm, problem-solve, and iterate with colleagues across functions.