Founding Software Engineer, AI‑Powered Rental Platform

The Flex; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based rewards

Remote-first work environment

Founding-level ownership

Job summary

The Flex is seeking a Founding Software Engineer to architect and build innovative technology solutions aimed at transforming modern renting. This key position offers substantial ownership and direct collaboration with company leadership.

You will construct systems that optimize bookings, pricing, and customer interactions while shaping company culture and technology direction. The Flex promotes a remote-first work environment focused on impactful results.

Excitement for solving complex problems and using AI is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven software engineering skills with a focus on building products.
• Experience with API development and database management.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Design and launch software that powers bookings and operational systems.
• Make key architectural decisions affecting the platform's framework.
• Develop automation for multi-country operational processes.
• Create AI-driven tools to enhance efficiency and customer interaction.

Skills

Strong software engineering fundamentals

Experience building production-grade applications

Strong understanding of APIs

Product mindset and customer obsession

Ability to work independently

Strong problem-solving ability

High level of ownership and accountability

Tools

Python

FastAPI

React

TypeScript

PostgreSQL

AWS

Docker

GitHub Actions

Job description

The Flex is seeking a Founding Software Engineer to architect and build innovative technology solutions aimed at transforming modern renting. This key position offers substantial ownership and direct collaboration with company leadership.

You will construct systems that optimize bookings, pricing, and customer interactions while shaping company culture and technology direction. The Flex promotes a remote-first work environment focused on impactful results.

Excitement for solving complex problems and using AI is essential for this role.