Senior Full-Stack Engineer Full time · Austin Engineering

Scaffold; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Scaffold is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Engineer in Austin to help build the next generation of tools for residential construction. You will work closely with the co-founders to shape the product, define technical direction, and create scalable solutions that serve our growing customer base.

You’ll drive backend development with Python, apply AI/ML techniques, and contribute to the frontend using JavaScript and modern frameworks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development with a strong emphasis on back-end systems.
• Expertise in Python is required.
• Experience applying or developing AI/ML solutions with Python is highly relevant.
• Proficiency with JavaScript and modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-founders and stakeholders to architect and implement features across the stack.
• Develop and maintain back-end systems with a strong focus on Python.
• Apply AI advances to residential construction workflows.
• Contribute to front-end development with JavaScript as a major plus.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of Scaffold’s platform.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews.

Skills

Python

AI/ML with Python

JavaScript

Frontend frameworks

Job description

# Senior Full-Stack EngineerFull timeAustinOn‐siteEngineeringApply for this roleWe are looking for a highly motivated Senior Full-Stack Engineer to join our fast-growing team. This role is pivotal in building the next generation of tools for residential construction. As an early team member, you’ll work closely with the co-founders to shape the product, define technical direction, and build scalable solutions to meet the needs of our growing customer base.## About ScaffoldScaffold is building the data orchestration layer for residential construction. We integrate fragmented systems across builders, subcontractors, and suppliers to automate workflows, eliminate manual work, and unlock real-time decision-making.We are now embedding AI deeply into this system — transforming raw, messy construction data into intelligent automation, predictive insights, and agent-driven workflows.## What You’ll Do* Collaborate with co-founders and stakeholders to architect and implement features across the stack.* Develop and maintain back-end systems with a strong focus on Python.* Apply the latest advances in AI to revolutionize residential construction workflows.* Contribute to front-end development, with experience in JavaScript being a major plus.* Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of Scaffold’s platform.* Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers as the team grows.* Build integrations with third-party services and APIs to expand product capabilities.* Help define and improve engineering processes and culture in a high-growth startup environment.## What We’re Looking For* Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development, with a strong emphasis on back-end systems.* Technical Skills: Expertise in Python is required. Expertise in applying or developing AI/ML solutions with Python is especially relevant. Proficiency in JavaScript and modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js) is desirable but not essential.* Startup Mindset: Comfortable in a fast-paced, early-stage environment with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative approach.* Problem-Solving: Ability to tackle complex technical challenges and deliver innovative solutions.* Passion: Excitement for revolutionizing the residential construction industry through technology.## Why Join Scaffold?* Impact: Play a critical role in defining and building the future of Scaffold and the residential construction industry.* Growth Opportunity: Be an early leader in a venture-backed company.* Culture: Work alongside high-caliber teammates in a no-ego, high-energy environment.* Compensation: Competitive salary and meaningful equity in the company.