Principal Staff Software Engineer (AI)

Tykhe Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Tykhe Inc. in San Francisco is seeking a seasoned software engineer to lead full-stack development with a 60% frontend and 40% backend focus, building products for Synthetic's mission.

You will integrate financial APIs, work closely with product and data teams, and apply AI tooling to create scalable fintech solutions.

Candidates should have 5–10 years of software experience, a CS degree, and proficiency in TypeScript and Next.js.

Qualifications

• Requires 5-10 years of software engineering experience.
• CS degree required; startup/VC or big tech experience preferred.
• Proficient in TypeScript and Next.js; fintech or financial data experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-stack development with a 60% frontend and 40% backend split.
• Integrate financial APIs and leverage AI tools to build fintech products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.

Skills

TypeScript

Next.js

AI Tools

Full-stack Development

Financial API Integration

Frontend Development

Backend Development

Education

CS degree

Job description

The role involves leading software engineering efforts with a focus on full-stack development, leaning 60% frontend and 40% backend. The engineer will integrate financial APIs and utilize AI tools to build products for Synthetic's mission.

Requirements: Requires 5-10 years of software engineering experience, preferably from a VC-backed startup or big tech company, with a CS degree. Candidates must be proficient in TypeScript and Next.js and have experience in fintech or financial data.

Key Skills: TypeScript, Next.js, AI Tools, Full-stack Development, Financial API Integration, Frontend Development, Backend Development