Founding Full-Stack Engineer for AI API Platform

Orthogonal

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Orthogonal is seeking a Founding Engineer to design and build across the entire stack, from backend APIs to frontend products, in San Francisco. You will collaborate closely with the founders and help shape engineering culture.

The ideal candidate has full-stack experience, is comfortable with REST APIs and modern frontend frameworks like Next.js and React, and holds a BS in Computer Science or a related technical field. Compensation ranges from $150K to $220K plus equity.

Qualifications

  • Requires BS in Computer Science or related technical field.
  • Candidates should have full-stack experience and be comfortable with REST APIs.
  • Experience with modern frontend frameworks like Next.js/React preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build across the stack from backend APIs to frontend products.
  • Collaborate with founders to shape engineering culture.
  • Deliver scalable and maintainable software across the full tech stack.

Skills

Full-stack development
REST APIs
Frontend frameworks

Education

BS in Computer Science

Tools

Next.js
React

Job description

Orthogonal is looking for a Founding Engineer to design and build across the entire stack from backend APIs to frontend products in San Francisco. You will collaborate closely with the founders and have an opportunity to shape engineering culture.

The ideal candidate has full-stack experience, is comfortable with REST APIs and modern frontend frameworks like Next.js and React, and holds a BS in Computer Science or a related technical field. Compensation ranges from $150K to $220K plus equity.

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