Founding Engineer (£80k-£100k + Equity) at YC-backed AI data platform

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Founding Engineer

Salary: £80k-£100k + Equity

Company Description: YC-backed AI data platform

Job Description: Join a YC-backed AI data platform as a Founding Engineer to build the core systems for reliable unstructured data processing. You'll design, develop, and test scalable solutions using cutting-edge AI techniques, focusing on challenging aspects like hallucinations and explainability. This role offers significant ownership and impact, shaping the future of AI applications, particularly within financial services.

Location: London, UK

Why this role is remarkable:

• Build the foundational systems for reliable unstructured data processing using cutting-edge AI

• Join a well-funded, YC-backed startup with an experienced founding team from top-tier backgrounds

• High ownership and direct impact on solving complex LLM challenges like hallucinations and explainability in a fast-paced environment

What you will do:

• Design, build, and test robust, scalable systems that power the platform's AI capabilities

• Write high-quality, maintainable code and collaborate across the entire product development lifecycle

• Work with modern technologies including Python, TypeScript, AWS, and PostgreSQL, embracing rapid learning

The ideal candidate:

• Proven software development experience with strong programming skills in languages like Python or TypeScript

• Demonstrated ability to rapidly ship high-quality software and build robust backend systems or APIs

• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, system design, and familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS)

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