Founding Lead Engineer

Founding Staff EngineerLocation: San Mateo, CA (Hybrid)Type: Full-TimeAbout the CompanyWe’re building an AI-native coordination layer for engineering teams — replacing manual status tracking and fragmented workflows with intelligent agents that operate in real time.Our goal is simple: allow engineering teams to focus on building, while intelligent systems handle alignment, visibility, and execution flow.We’re well-backed, early, and already working with large-scale organizations. Now we’re looking for a Founding Staff Engineer to help define the technical foundation of the company.The RoleThis is a foundational engineering role with meaningful ownership. You’ll partner closely with the founders to shape architecture, technical direction, and product evolution from the earliest stages.This is a hybrid position based in San Mateo, CA, with in-person collaboration balanced with flexibility.You will:Architect and build core platform systemsDesign scalable backend infrastructure and AI-driven workflowsBalance rapid iteration with long-term durabilityContribute to product direction and early customer feedback loopsHelp establish engineering standards and cultureThis role blends systems thinking, product instinct, and execution.What We ValueWe’re looking for someone who:Has built and shipped complex systems in productionThinks architecturally, not just tacticallyWrites clean, maintainable, well-reasoned codeIs comfortable operating in ambiguityHas strong product intuition and attention to detailTakes ownership naturallyExperience in one or more of the following is particularly valuable:AI agents or orchestration systemsReal-time or distributed systemsAI/ML infrastructureGraph databasesEarly-stage startup environmentsWhy This Role Is DifferentDirect collaboration with foundersSignificant architectural influenceEarly equity and long-term upsideA product with real customer pullThe opportunity to define how AI supports modern engineering teamsWe’re building deliberately and thoughtfully. If you’re someone who cares about craft, leverage, and long-term impact, this could be a meaningful next chapter.