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(Full product details will be shared with serious candidates after an initial conversation and a mutual NDA.)\nThis is a hands-on, principles-first role. You won't be handed a detailed spec — you'll be trusted to look at a real, working codebase and tell us what a seasoned engineer would change. 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Because the product is already built, you'd be joining to strengthen and help scale an existing foundation — not to build from zero.\nThis opportunity is best suited to someone who wants to be part of something early, build their track record with a real shipped product, or is excited by the challenge — not someone who needs immediate income.\nHow to Apply\nPlease submit all of the following:\nYour resume\nA cover letter — tell us what draws you to an early-stage technical role and what you'd bring to it\nExamples of past projects you've built or contributed to — links to live apps, GitHub repositories, case studies, or a portfolio\nApplications missing any of these three items will not be considered. 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