Founding Engineer: Build Core Backend & Own Features

Weekday AI (YC W21); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 16,335 - 19,602; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High ownership and autonomy

Opportunity for growth into leadership

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A promising startup in San Francisco is seeking a Founding Engineer to join their team. In this role, you'll take ownership of building and scaling backend systems using Python and TypeScript, while collaborating closely with founders. Ideal candidates should have 1-5 years of experience and a strong problem-solving mindset. This position offers competitive compensation, high autonomy, and an opportunity to grow into leadership as the company scales.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience building backend or full-stack systems.
• Strong proficiency in Python for backend development.
• Solid experience with TypeScript (Node.js, APIs, or full-stack applications).

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and scale robust backend systems using Python.
• Develop APIs and services that are secure, performant, and scalable.
• Own core product features end-to-end — from ideation to production.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Experience with TypeScript

Problem-solving skills

Comfortable in startup environments

Job description

A promising startup in San Francisco is seeking a Founding Engineer to join their team. In this role, you'll take ownership of building and scaling backend systems using Python and TypeScript, while collaborating closely with founders. Ideal candidates should have 1-5 years of experience and a strong problem-solving mindset. This position offers competitive compensation, high autonomy, and an opportunity to grow into leadership as the company scales.