Founding Engineer - 10030930
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# Founding Engineer
## Job Summary
As a **Founding Engineer**, you will collaborate with experienced technical founders to build and scale an AI-driven risk and compliance platform tailored for financial institutions. This early-stage role offers significant ownership in shaping both the technical and product direction of the company.
## Responsibilities
- Develop and scale the core platform utilizing **Python/FastAPI** and **React/Next.js**.
- Partner with founders to influence product and technical decisions.
- Rapidly iterate based on customer feedback to improve AI-driven automation.
- Prioritize features and system architecture to enhance speed and scalability.
- Contribute to a high-performance, fast-paced startup environment.
## Qualifications
- **Experience**: Prior experience in building and deploying production-level software.
- **Technical Skills**: Proficiency in both backend and frontend development; ability to quickly adapt to new technologies.
- **Problem-Solving**: Strong product instincts with the capability to work directly with users to derive solutions.
- **Ownership & Execution**: Enthusiasm for early-stage startups and a proactive approach to action.
- **Soft Skills**: Emphasizes collaboration, respect, and humility in a high-intensity environment.
## Preferred Skills
- Experience with **AI/ML**, automation, or compliance-related technologies.
- Background in startups, particularly within fintech or SaaS.
- Experience working in a dynamic, customer-focused team.
## Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in software development and deployment.
## Environment
- **Location**: In-office role based in **New York City**.
- Engage in fast-paced, high-impact work with direct collaboration with technical founders.
- Embrace a strong culture of rapid iteration and customer-centric development.
## Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity package.
- Opportunity to shape a rapidly growing AI startup in an expansive market.
