Senior/Staff Product Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Senior/Staff Product Engineer (AI): Building accounting software that automates business tasks with an accent on intuitive end-to-end user experiences and scalable backend services. Focus on integrating LLMs to create "magic" AI-driven features and optimizing system performance for high-growth product traction.

Location: Must be based in the Bay Area or open to relocation to Palo Alto, CA (Hybrid: 4 days per week in office)

Salary: $200,000–$300,000 per year

Company

An applied AI company backed by the OpenAI Startup Fund, General Catalyst, and Google Ventures, building autonomous accounting software for entrepreneurs.

What you will do

• Ship user-facing features by collaborating closely with CEO, Operations, AI, and Design teams.
• Build and maintain scalable, robust full-stack web applications.
• Redefine and implement best-in-class software development processes.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance system speed and performance.
• Develop polished, user-focused features based on rapid iteration and feedback.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in building and shipping full-stack production web applications.
• Fluency in modern frontend (React/TypeScript) and server-side logic (Node.js).
• Proficiency in cloud infrastructure architecture (AWS or GCP) and design patterns.
• Ability to work in-person in Palo Alto 4 days per week.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with modern LLMs and AI development tools.

Nice to have

• Experience in entrepreneurship, fintech, or SaaS industries.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform, Postgres, or OpenAI/Azure AI APIs.

Culture & Benefits

• Meaningful, QSBS-eligible equity package.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Apple laptop and headset provided.
• Health and commuter stipends.
• Daily lunch, snacks, and unlimited Verve coffee provided in office.