Senior Fullstack Engineer

Paradigm; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm at the forefront of the AI revolution as a Full-Stack Software Engineer. This exciting role focuses on building robust features for a consumer-driven AI platform, allowing you to leverage your skills in JavaScript, React, and cloud technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create seamless user experiences while contributing to a mission-driven organization that values diversity and growth. Enjoy a flexible work schedule and a generous benefits package, including equity in the company. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus equity

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Unlimited PTO

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize frontend and backend aspects of our consumer AI platform.
• Ensure technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and maintain code quality.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Next.js

GraphQL

Postgres

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

This is a remote position. For more information, see our hiring FAQ.

About Vana

Vana is at the forefront of the AI revolution, empowering individuals to control their data and democratizing innovation through a decentralized platform. Our mission is to enable people from all walks of life to safely store, manage, and utilize their data for personalized AI experiences, contributing to and benefiting from the technology they help to build.

From developers building with our API to everyday users setting up a mini-me, we build tools for our community to reclaim their data, craft deeply personalized AI experiences, and actively participate in the AI landscape. By fostering a network where personal data is stored safely, computing power is decentralized, and technology is democratized, we're not just envisioning a new future for AI; we're building it.

For more information, see our hiring FAQ.

Role Overview

Vana is actively seeking a Software Engineer - Full-Stack to join our dynamic team, focused on our core AI-driven consumer platform. This role is ideal for those who excel in creating robust, scalable features from the ground up and have a keen interest in leveraging data to enhance application performance. While familiarity with machine learning is appreciated, the focus of this position lies in full-stack development and the direct impact on our product's growth.

As a Software Engineer at Vana, you'll be instrumental in:

• Feature Development: Spearhead the creation and refinement of features that are critical to our platform's success, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.

• Technical Excellence: Maintain and enhance the codebase across the stack, focusing on efficiency, scalability, and reliability.

• Collaborative Innovation: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate ideas into tangible outcomes, aligning closely with our product vision and user needs.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Development: Use your expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, GraphQL, and Postgres to develop and optimize both the frontend and backend aspects of our consumer AI platform.

• Quality and Performance: Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs, optimize application for maximum speed and scalability, and maintain code quality and integrity.

• Data-Informed Solutions: While the primary focus is on full-stack development, applying a basic understanding of data engineering to improve feature functionality and application performance will be valuable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• Javascript/Typescript

• Postgres

• React and NextJS

• GraphQL

• Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Amazon Web Services (AWS)

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Low ego

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous software engineering experience (ex: engineering internship fine)

• Keen interest in Web3, crypto and/or emerging tech

• Undergrad from elite institution preferred (Stanford, MIT, Harvard) or a consulting firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain)

• Experience in product at a company like Google or Uber is great

• Experience working with data or machine learning-based products

• Experience building consumer products like TikTok

What we offer:

We are building a foundational piece of the user-owned internet and would love for you to be a part of our team. We are a diverse group of driven, smart, and ambitious individuals, constantly challenging each other to grow, learn and iterate faster. We are experts across our fields and experienced entrepreneurs looking to scale our success in something deeply mission-driven.

At Vana, we are big on collaboration and supporting each other to learn, grow, and excel in our individual pursuits. In addition to joining the Vana family, the successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary, plus equity in the company

• A generous benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision

• Flexible work schedule

• Unlimited PTO