Founding Engineer (Full-Stack)
TLDR
Early-stage startup role owning features from concept to deployment, shaping product direction and architecture across frontend, backend, and AI.
About the Role
Join an early-stage startup as a Founding Engineer (Full-Stack) and take full ownership of features from concept to deployment. This is a full-time, on-site position where you'll have significant impact on product direction and technical architecture.
What You'll Do
Full-stack development: Build features across frontend (Vue.js/Nuxt) and backend (Node.js/TypeScript) to deliver end-to-end solutions
Database architecture: Design and maintain robust database schemas with PostgreSQL, ensuring data integrity and performance at scale
Infrastructure & operations: Manage deployments, configure background job processing, and maintain dedicated cloud deployments
AI integration: Work with AI agents and LLM frameworks to enhance product capabilities
Product ownership: Collaborate directly with customers and operations teams to understand requirements and align technical solutions with user needs
Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders using standard development and communication tools to prioritize and execute impactful features
What We're Looking For
Strong full-stack development experience with Node.js and TypeScript
Proficiency in Vue.js or similar modern frontend frameworks
Solid understanding of database design and optimization with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases
Experience with cloud deployment platforms and infrastructure management
Comfortable working in early-stage environments with ambiguity and wearing multiple hats
Product-minded approach to engineering with user-centric design sensibility
Nice-to-have: Experience with AI agents, background job processing, or startup environments
Compensation & Details
Work arrangement: Full-time, on-site
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Clera harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to match high-growth startups with exceptional talent, streamlining the entire headhunting process. This innovative approach simplifies the job search for candidates while providing startups with access to a curated pool of skilled professionals who align with their needs.
- Founded
- Founded 2024
- Industry
- Internet Software & Services