Founding Engineer

A Chicago-based AI startup building next-gen tools for data integration and analysis used in mergers and acquisitions is looking for a Founding Engineer with expertise in Python, Node.js, React, Data Structures and Algorithms. This is a full-time, high impact role with the opportunity to shape product and platform from day-one.
The company embraces an energetic, and driven start-up culture where you will be working on Greenfield projects and data platforms. The ideal candidate is a jack of all trades engineer that is looking for a hands-on and multi-faceted role where you will work closely with the start-up founders. The role is in-office five days a week in a collaborative space inside Ogilvie Station with complimentary breakfast, coffee, and drinks on tap.

Required Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of full stack software development experience
• Experience with CS fundamentals across the stack (Python, Node.js, React)
• Familiarity with data pipelines, and backend-heavy architectures
• Ability to organize information efficiently, collect and leverage data
• Strong communications and collaborative skills since you will be working with the founders

Desired Skills and Experience

• Exposure with Scala, Spark, Cloud AI integrations
• Prior work with early-stage startup or small engineering team.
• Experience with data architecture and interest in AI/ML-driven products

Tech Breakdown

• 70% Backend
• 30% Frontend

Daily Responsibilities

• 50% Building new product features and integrating client data
• 30% Scaling infrastructure, optimizing pipelines, and deployment workflows
• 20% Collaborating closely with the founders

The Offer

• Full product ownership

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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