Founding Engineer (Full-Stack)

Assembly Technologies Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier health coverage

Equity in the company

Generous PTO

People-first culture

Job summary

Assembly HOA is seeking a software engineer to build modern AI-powered HOA management software. You’ll design and implement full-stack features using Next.js, TypeScript, Python, NoSQL, and Docker, powering millions of homeowners interactions with our product.

Join a mission-driven startup that values innovation, collaboration, and rapid iteration, with opportunities to influence technology choices and advance AI capabilities across workflows.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of software engineering experience in production systems.
• 2+ years backend/SRE experience with infrastructure and serverless.
• Multilingual, proficient in Node.js, TypeScript and Python.
• Experience with AI/LLM features, prompt engineering and multi-modal AI.
• Builder mentality: agile, fast-paced, customer-focused.
• Proven problem-solver with initiative in AI projects.

Responsibilities

• Build cutting-edge features with Next.js, TS, Python, NoSQL, Docker.
• Shape AI in workflows with AI/LLM capabilities and automation.
• Drive tech decisions: APIs, stack, scalability.
• Innovate and iterate: ship features frequently and learn fast.

Skills

4+ years software engineering

2+ years backend/SRE

Multilingual

AI/LLM Experience

Builder Mentality

Proven Problem-Solver

Tools

Next.js

TypeScript

Python

NoSQL

Docker

Job description

About Assembly HOA

At Assembly HOA, we’re on a mission to transform an outdated and inefficient industry. Homeowners' associations (HOAs) are riddled with administrative burdens and poor customer experiences. We’re here to change that by building modern, AI-powered software that simplifies operations, empowers homeowners, ensures transparency, and protects property values. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a movement to reshape an entire industry, and you’ll have the chance to make a real impact, not only on the product but on the lives of millions of homeowners.

About Assembly HOA

At Assembly HOA, we’re on a mission to transform an outdated and inefficient industry. Homeowners' associations (HOAs) are riddled with administrative burdens and poor customer experiences. We’re here to change that by building modern, AI-powered software that simplifies operations, empowers homeowners, ensures transparency, and protects property values. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a movement to reshape an entire industry, and you’ll have the chance to make a real impact, not only on the product but on the lives of millions of homeowners.

Why Assembly HOA?

At Assembly, you'll be more than just an engineer—you'll be a key player in a fast-growing company determined to make waves. This isn’t just a job; it’s a mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

What We Offer

• Top-Shelf Health Coverage: We provide premium medical, dental, and vision plans to ensure you and your family get the best care without stress.
• Meaningful Equity: We believe in shared success. Every team member receives equity so that your contributions directly benefit your future.
• Generous PTO: Enjoy ample vacation time, sick days, and holidays to rest and recharge.
• A People-First Culture: We value our team as much as we value our mission. Join a supportive, close-knit environment where your voice is heard.

How You'll Contribute

• Build Cutting-Edge Features: You'll design and implement full-stack features using Next.js, TypeScript, Python, NoSQL, and Docker to power the next generation of HOA management software.
• Shape the Future of AI in Workflows: Work on integrating AI/LLM capabilities to create seamless, intelligent automations that redefine how users interact with our product. This includes prompt engineering, fine-tuning models, multi-modal inference, and agentic design.
• Drive Key Tech Decisions: Help shape our technology stack, define APIs, and scale new capabilities. Your input will directly influence the trajectory of our product and company.
• Innovate and Iterate: We move fast. You'll be responsible for building and shipping features frequently, continuously learning and adapting to ensure we’re delivering the best experience for our users.

What You Need To Succeed

• 4+ years of software engineering experience: You’ve built end-to-end features in production environments and have a strong grasp of both front-end and back-end development.
• 2+ years of backend/SRE experience: You’re comfortable with infrastructure, scaling distributed systems, and handling serverless environments.
• Multilingual: You’re proficient in multiple programming languages, with advanced experience in Node.js, TypeScript and Python.
• AI/LLM Experience: You’ve built AI/LLM-driven features and have hands-on experience with prompt engineering, multi-modal AI, and agent-based systems.
• Builder Mentality: You’re agile, adaptable, and passionate about fast-paced, customer-focused environments. You thrive in situations that demand quick decision-making and frequent iteration.
• Proven Problem-Solver: Bonus points if you've hacked together AI projects on your own time—your curiosity and creativity will fit right in.

Join Us

At Assembly HOA, you’ll find more than just a place to work—you’ll find a purpose-driven team working towards something greater. If you’re passionate about AI, eager to disrupt an industry, and excited by the idea of working in a startup that moves fast and cares deeply, we’d love to hear from you.