Founding Engineer - Real-Time AI Platform

Clera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

Clera, a fast-moving AI startup in San Francisco, is looking for a Founding Engineer. This high-impact role allows you to shape both product and engineering culture from the ground up.

Your responsibilities include building the application stack, designing memory systems, and integrating cutting-edge video and audio models. A strong Computer Science background and several years of experience are required. The position offers a competitive salary of $175,000 – $225,000 and is fully on-site.

Qualifications

• Computer Science degree from a top university.
• 2–7 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong CS fundamentals and high technical aptitude.
• Experience in startups or other fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Build across the full application stack alongside the founder.
• Design and implement systems for memory and AI responsiveness.
• Integrate and develop real-time video and audio models.
• Set the bar for engineering quality and help recruit talent.
• Extensively use and test the product for user experience.

Job description

Clera, a fast-moving AI startup in San Francisco, is looking for a Founding Engineer. This high-impact role allows you to shape both product and engineering culture from the ground up.

Your responsibilities include building the application stack, designing memory systems, and integrating cutting-edge video and audio models. A strong Computer Science background and several years of experience are required. The position offers a competitive salary of $175,000 – $225,000 and is fully on-site.