Software Developer – AI-Native (Self-Directed)

Job Title - Software Developer – AI-Native (Self-Directed)

Founding Engineer / Head of Tech

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Founding Engineer / Head of Tech to take ownership of the technical development of a rapidly growing digital commerce platform.

This role offers the opportunity to work directly with the founder to expand and scale a live commerce technology platform already serving real customers.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the product architecture, building new features, and establishing the engineering foundation for future growth.

Location

Remote (Southeast Asia timezone)

Key Responsibilities

Platform Development

• Develop and extend a multi-tenant commerce platform used by brands and partners.

• Build new product features based on business and operational needs.

• Maintain and improve existing backend and frontend systems.

Technical Ownership

• Take responsibility for system architecture and technical decisions.

• Ensure scalability, reliability, and maintainability of the platform.

• Identify areas for optimization and improvement in the codebase.

AI-Assisted Development

• Use modern AI tools to accelerate development and problem solving.

• Implement efficient workflows combining traditional engineering practices with AI support.

Product Collaboration

• Work directly with the founder to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

• Evaluate new product ideas and assess technical feasibility.

Team Building

• Help establish the engineering function as the company grows.

• Support onboarding and mentorship of future developers.

Technology Stack

• Backend: Elixir / Phoenix / Ash framework

• Frontend: React / TypeScript

• Multi-tenant architecture

Requirements

Experience

• 2–5+ years of software development experience.

• Strong ability to learn new technologies independently.

Technical Skills

• Backend development experience in any major language.

• Experience building or maintaining web applications.

• Familiarity with modern development tools and workflows.

Additional Skills

• Experience using AI tools in software development is highly desirable.

• Strong problem-solving ability and self-directed learning mindset.

• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.

Work Environment

• Fully remote working arrangement

• Flexible working hours

• Opportunity for high ownership and impact

• Potential for long-term growth and leadership within the engineering team