Founding Engineer (Full Stack)

About the Role

Join an early-stage AI/ML startup tackling one of construction's most challenging problems: automating blueprint reading, cost estimation, and material takeoffs. The team raised a seed round from top-tier VCs before demo day and is deeply customer-obsessed. You'll be among the first engineers, owning the full stack and helping shape the product from the ground up.

What You'll Do

Build beautiful, intuitive UIs that surface computer vision model outputs to end users

Work with geometries, streaming data, and design complex user interactions

Ship initial prototypes quickly, then iterate based on direct user feedback

Collaborate closely with founders and customers to drive product direction

What We're Looking For

Required:

Strong frontend experience, particularly with React and TypeScript

Proven full-stack ability - comfortable building 0-to-1 across the entire stack

Track record of shipping real products used or paid for by real users

Deep problem-solving skills, especially in open-ended, math-oriented contexts

Strong communication skills emphasizing empathy and honesty

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field (exceptional portfolio considered in lieu)

Experience as an early employee or founding engineer at a startup

Willingness to work fully in-person in San Francisco 5 days per week

Nice to Have:

Proficiency in Python

Experience in or with the construction industry (e.g. Autodesk, PDF workflows, real estate)

Prior founder experience or something you've built that people used or paid for

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $100,000 – $180,000 USD annually, depending on experience

Equity in an early-stage, venture-backed company

Direct impact on a product solving a real, large-scale industry problem

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Location

San Francisco, CA - fully on-site, 5 days per week. Candidates must be SF-based or willing to relocate.