Founding Software Engineers – High-Growth AI Startup
Recruiting Partner: Danielle Cordero
Daly City, California | IT | Not Remote | $120,000 to $200,000 | Job ID: 156098
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Our client is seeking Founding Engineers with expertise in full-stack development, who are passionate about building high-performance, scalable systems in a fast-paced startup environment. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technical foundation of a rapidly growing company and play a pivotal role in its long-term success.
Tech Stack:
- Frontend: React + TypeScript
- Backend: Python + PostgreSQL
- Cloud: AWS
Founding Engineer Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and scale core infrastructure and product features.
- Architect and implement high-performance, user-friendly interfaces.
- Develop scalable backend services for automation and real-time data processing.
- Lead technical discussions and drive key decisions to define long-term strategy.
- Improve engineering workflows, tools, and frameworks to enhance team efficiency.
- Take ownership of hiring, technical leadership, and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers and interns, helping them grow in their careers.
Founding Engineer Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in full-stack development, ideally in a high-growth startup.
- Strong command of TypeScript, React, Python, and PostgreSQL.
- Proven ability to design and deliver scalable, high-quality software from the ground up.
- Experience working in fast-paced, early-stage startup environments.
- Passion for building cutting-edge, high-impact technology.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive innovation and technical excellence.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $100,000 – $180,000 base
- Healthcare: 100% coverage for employees
- 401(k) Plan
- Unlimited PTO
- Complimentary weekly meals in the office
- Quarterly company retreats (fully covered)
- Performance-based bonuses for professional development
Location: Onsite in San Francisco, CA
This is a ground-floor opportunity to help shape a high-growth startup’s engineering culture, build innovative technology, and have a direct impact on the company’s success. If you thrive in fast-moving environments and want to help build something from the ground up, apply today.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 156098
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
