AI Backend Leaning Full Stack Engineer / Palo Alto

A well-funded AI FinTech startup in Palo Alto is revolutionizing financial services by integrating cutting-edge AI technologies. With a lean, high-impact team of six, they offer an exciting opportunity for engineers who thrive in fast-paced, early-stage environments. Backed with funding through 2026 and preparing for another capital raise this year, they are poised for significant growth.

They are currently seeking a Senior Backend Leaning Full-Stack Engineer to work on their flagship product, bringing AI-driven innovation to financial services. This role leans backend but requires comfort with both frontend and backend development, especially deploying LLMs in cloud environments like Azure. If you have a passion for startups, a mix of large-scale experience (FAANG or similar) and early-stage adaptability, and a drive to shape the future of AI in finance, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deploy AI-powered solutions for financial services.
• Design and build scalable full-stack applications with a backend emphasis.
• Implement and optimize LLM deployments in cloud environments, particularly Azure (open to AWS or GCP).
• Work cross-functionally to drive product innovation and development.
• Contribute creative solutions to complex technical challenges in AI and FinTech.

Required Skills:

• 1-4 years of experience in full-stack/backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and JavaScript.
• Experience deploying AI models and LLMs in Azure preferred.
• Open to GCP or AWS

Familiarity with common AI tools and cloud-based deployment strategies.

Ability to work in a fast-moving startup environment and contribute to product direction. Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience at a startup or a major tech company (FAANG or similar).
• Experience with both frontend and backend development in AI applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a creative mindset for building AI-driven solutions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + equity opportunities.
• Hybrid work environment (Palo Alto).
• Full benefits package (health, dental, vision).
• Opportunity to be an early engineer shaping a high-growth AI startup.
• Work on cutting-edge AI applications in financial services.

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