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Founding Backend Engineer

A boutique executive search firm specializing in placing senior leaders in engineering, product, and technology roles for high-growth companies.

Jobfuture

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About Us

Were a stealth team of founders and AI researchers building the next generation of intelligent software agents for everyday use. Our focus is creating trustworthy, consumer-grade systems that can operate across apps, tools, and workflows to help people accomplish more.

The team includes engineers and researchers from leading technology companies and research labs, and the company is backed by top-tier investors who previously funded many of the first wave of major AI companies.

What You Will Work On

  • Build and ship full-stack product features using Python, TypeScript, and modern infrastructure

  • Design and scale backend systems, APIs, and data models that power intelligent agents

  • Work closely with researchers to turn new capabilities into real product experiences

  • Rapidly prototype ideas and push them into production

  • Help define engineering standards and architecture as one of the early engineers on the team

Requirements

  • 5+ years building production backend systems

  • Strong experience with distributed systems, APIs, and scalable infrastructure

  • Proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript

  • Experience with Postgres/MySQL and systems like Redis or Kafka

  • Familiarity with LLM pipelines, embeddings, vector search, or AI APIs

  • Comfortable working in fast-moving startup environments

Whats In It For You

  • Work on cutting-edge intelligent systems used by millions

  • Join as an early engineer and help shape the product and architecture

  • Competitive salary, meaningful equity, and strong benefits

  • Relocation and immigration support available

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Senior

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About Jobfuture

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Our customers face the critical challenge of finding transformative leadership in a competitive market, which is why we operate as a true search partner rather than a transactional vendor. We understand that at the executive level, the right hire is about more than just skills on a resume; it is about judgment, communication, ownership, and cultural fit. One misaligned leader can set a company back years, so we dedicate ourselves to finding candidates who will move your business forward.

We specialize in placing senior-level leaders—from Directors to C-Suite executives—across engineering, product, and technology functions. By building long-standing relationships with high-caliber talent and leveraging AI-powered matching, we curate a network of proven leaders ready to drive growth. Our process is guided by real-time data and a deep understanding of your specific business problems, ensuring that every recommendation is tailored to your timeline and goals. We act as an extension of your brand, working closely with founders and investors to deliver confidence and precision in every hire.

Employee benefits

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Paid Time Off

Paid vacation time and company holidays.

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Comprehensive health coverage for employees.

Equity Participation

Meaningful equity in a venture-backed company.

401(k) Plan

Retirement savings plan with company contribution.

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