Founding Staff Software Engineer (Tech Lead)
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LocationPalo Alto, USA Remote, New York, United States
Work moderemote
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size11–50 people
PostedMar 18, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live2d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
8+ years of professional software development experience, including leadership or tech lead roles
Deep expertise in full stack development with strong proficiency in Node.js (TypeScript) and React.js
A solid understanding of UX/UI principles with a keen eye for design and user experience
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a passion for mentoring and leading technical teams
Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in startups and innovation
Experience in creating and optimizing OpenAI prompts for AI-powered applications
Proven track record of fine-tuning large language models (LLMs) for industry-specific applications
Prior experience with VC-backed startups or contributing to zero-to-one projects in large tech companies
Familiarity with serverless deployment and scaling platforms like Railway or Vercel
Skills
Node.js
TypeScript
React.js
OpenAI
LLM fine tuning
Railway
Vercel
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Tech Lead to drive our full-stack development efforts and champion innovative, scalable solutions. This is a hands-on leadership role for an individual with a strong background in Node.js (TypeScript) and React.js, who can bridge backend development with exceptional front-end UX implementation. In addition to coding expertise, you’ll lead design discussions, mentor a high-performing team, and shape our technical strategy as we scale our enterprise solutions.
Key Responsibilities
💡 Technical Leadership & Strategy: Guide our technical vision with systems design, architecture reviews, and strategic planning while mentoring and leading a team of talented developers.
• 💻 Full Stack Development: Architect, develop, and maintain server-side features using Node.js (TypeScript) and deliver scalable, user-friendly interfaces in React.js.
• 🔧 Operational Excellence: Oversee on-call rotations, troubleshoot issues promptly, and implement robust debugging strategies to ensure continuous service.
• 🎨 Product & Design Collaboration: Translate product requirements into scalable technical designs, collaborating closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders.
• 🚀 Innovation & Emerging Technologies: Explore industry trends such as LLM fine tuning, OpenAI prompt engineering, and serverless deployments on platforms like Railway or Vercel to drive our competitive edge.
Nice-to-Have Skills
• Experience in creating and optimizing OpenAI prompts for AI-powered applications.
• Proven track record of fine-tuning large language models (LLMs) for industry-specific applications.
• Prior experience with VC-backed startups or contributing to zero-to-one projects in large tech companies.
• Familiarity with serverless deployment and scaling platforms like Railway or Vercel.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 8+ years of professional software development experience, including leadership or tech lead roles.
• Deep expertise in full stack development with strong proficiency in Node.js (TypeScript) and React.js.
• A solid understanding of UX/UI principles with a keen eye for design and user experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a passion for mentoring and leading technical teams.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in startups and innovation (bonus points for aspiring founders).