Founding Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Founding Engineer (AI): Building and deploying autonomous AI systems and scalable backend services to power large-scale commercial workflows with an accent on applied AI and backend engineering. Focus on integrating LLMs into production and owning projects from concept to deployment.

Location: Onsite in New York City, NY

Salary: $180,000 - $210,000

Company

An early-stage, well-funded startup creating an AI-native platform for commercial workflow automation.

What you will do

• Build and deploy autonomous AI systems and scalable backend services for end-to-end workflows.
• Work across applied AI and backend engineering to bring intelligent products into production.
• Integrate AI systems with various external platforms and services.
• Collaborate closely with the founding team, owning projects from initial concept through to deployment and iteration.

Requirements

• Strong engineering fundamentals and a systems-thinking approach.
• Proficiency in backend development using Python, TypeScript, APIs, and databases.
• Experience with LLMs or AI systems, specifically in real-world or production environments.
• Interest in AI agents, automation, and building intelligent software.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-ownership environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary and meaningful early-stage equity.
• Direct collaboration with an experienced, highly technical founding team.
• High level of ownership and opportunity for rapid professional progression.
• The chance to shape a product from the ground up in a startup environment.