Tech Lead / AI Software Engineer - US AI SaaS startup | Remote

Atomic HR; Quebec; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading startup is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to take ownership of designing and scaling their core backend systems. The role combines technical work and problem-solving, requiring strong expertise in system architecture and a proactive approach to challenges. With competitive compensation and the chance to make a significant impact, this is an excellent opportunity for seasoned tech professionals.

Benefits

Equity in a high-growth startup

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work culture

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a software engineer, leading complex projects end-to-end.
• Experience implementing secure systems, handling sensitive data.
• Strong foundation in backend technologies and cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and scale backend systems and data pipelines.
• Lead development for critical platform features ensuring quality and scalability.
• Champion best practices in DevOps and reliability engineering.

Skills

System architecture

Scalable software design

Identity verification

AWS

Node.js

Python

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

We connect talented tech professionals in Latin America and Canada with remote career opportunities at innovative startups worldwide. We specialize in finding roles that align with your skills, experience, and career goals. Our personalized approach ensures you're matched with companies that value your contributions and offer opportunities for growth. Whether you're a software engineer, designer, marketer, or other tech professional, we're here to help you take the next step in your career.

Company Overview :

The client is a venture-backed startup simplifying access to essential benefits for frontline workers. Their AI-powered platform helps employees easily find and apply for benefits like childcare, elder care, and nutrition programs.

With backing from major enterprise retail investors and $2.5M secured in funding, they're expanding their reach to serve leading retailers, healthcare providers, and Fortune 500 companies. Our diverse, remote-first team is spread across the globe, united in our mission to empower employees and create healthier workplaces.

They're currently on the brink of Series A funding, which means you'll have the opportunity to join them at an exciting stage of growth.

Your Role :

• Take ownership of designing, implementing, and scaling the platform's core backend systems and data pipelines.
• Lead end-to-end development for critical platform features, ensuring quality, performance, and scalability.
• Define the architecture and standards for identity management, security solutions, and third-party API integrations.
• Champion best practices in reliability engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code across the engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, design, and data, to shape the future of the platform.
• Collaborate with a small team of experienced engineers on full-stack development, impacting both backend systems and frontend technologies

This role involves both hands-on technical work and high-level problem-solving.

You Bring :

• 8+ years of experience as a software engineer, with a proven track record of leading complex projects end-to-end.
• Expertise in system architecture, designing scalable and reliable software solutions.
• Experience implementing secure systems, including best practices for handling sensitive data and integrating identity verification.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Experience building and shipping scalable software
• Experience automating complex processes (e.g., eligibility checks, fraud detection)
• Experience building systems handling large volumes of sensitive data (privacy / security focus)
• Experience integrating identity verification features (facial recognition, document verification)

What They Offer :

• Competitive salary $70k-100k USD per year + Stocks + PTO depending on level and experience
• Equity in a high-growth startup
• Comprehensive benefits package (tailored to your location)
• The opportunity to make a tangible impact on people's lives

We connect talented tech professionals in Latin America and Canada with remote career opportunities at innovative startups worldwide. We specialize in finding roles that align with your skills, experience, and career goals. Our personalized approach ensures you're matched with companies that value your contributions and offer opportunities for growth. Whether you're a software engineer, designer, marketer, or other tech professional, we're here to help you take the next step in your career.

Company Overview :

The client is a venture-backed startup simplifying access to essential benefits for frontline workers. Their AI-powered platform helps employees easily find and apply for benefits like childcare, elder care, and nutrition programs.

With backing from major enterprise retail investors and $2.5M secured in funding, they're expanding their reach to serve leading retailers, healthcare providers, and Fortune 500 companies. Our diverse, remote-first team is spread across the globe, united in our mission to empower employees and create healthier workplaces.

They're currently on the brink of Series A funding, which means you'll have the opportunity to join them at an exciting stage of growth.

Your Role :

• Take ownership of designing, implementing, and scaling the platform's core backend systems and data pipelines.
• Lead end-to-end development for critical platform features, ensuring quality, performance, and scalability.
• Define the architecture and standards for identity management, security solutions, and third-party API integrations.
• Champion best practices in reliability engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code across the engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, design, and data, to shape the future of the platform.
• Collaborate with a small team of experienced engineers on full-stack development, impacting both backend systems and frontend technologies

This role involves both hands-on technical work and high-level problem-solving.

You Bring :

8+ years of experience as a software engineer, with a proven track record of leading complex projects end-to-end.

Expertise in system architecture, designing scalable and reliable software solutions.

Strong backend foundation (Node.js, Python, Javascript, etc.), with proficiency in modern cloud technologies (AWS or similar).

Experience implementing secure systems, including best practices for handling sensitive data and integrating identity verification.

Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Experience building and shipping scalable software

Bonus points :

Experience automating complex processes (e.g., eligibility checks, fraud detection)

Experience building systems handling large volumes of sensitive data (privacy / security focus)

Experience integrating identity verification features (facial recognition, document verification)

What They Offer :

Competitive salary $70k-100k USD per year + Stocks + PTO depending on level and experience

Equity in a high-growth startup

Comprehensive benefits package (tailored to your location)

The opportunity to make a tangible impact on people's lives

A collaborative, remote-first culture

Interview Process :

Screening

45-minute chat with our Head of Product

Culture-fit interviews with 2-3 team members across different functions

1-hour technical assessment (collaborative problem-solving)

Final interview with founders and offer presentation

This is an immediate hire, so apply today if you're ready to build the future of population care!

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