Member of Technical Staff — AI Platform Engineering
About the RoleA high-growth AI startup is hiring Member of Technical Staff (2–8 YOE) to build and scale a next-generation AI research platform.This is a 0→1 product + platform role for engineers who can operate across backend, infrastructure, and product, owning systems end-to-end in a fast-moving environment.You will work directly on LLM-powered workflows, research agents, and real-time systems, contributing across engineering, product, and design.What You’ll DoBuild and ship 0→1 product features across backend and full-stack systemsDevelop LLM-powered workflows (chat, agents, research pipelines)Design and scale distributed systems and APIsWork on product-heavy features (UX, incentives, data flows, user interactions)Collaborate closely with product + design on core platform experienceOwn systems end-to-end — design → build → deploy → iterateContribute to engineering standards, system design, and architecture decisionsWho You Are2–8 years as a full-stack or platform engineerExperience at early-stage startups (Seed–Series D) or high-growth environmentsStrong founder-like ownership — operates well in ambiguityProven track record of building 0→1 systems and shipping production codeExperience with distributed systems and scalable APIsStrong fundamentals in TypeScript (nice-to-have), Python, or similarCS degree requiredClear communicator, able to work cross-functionallyStrong plus:Founding engineer or founder backgroundFast promotions / standout performance signalsExperience building developer tools or technical productsCompensation & LogisticsSalary: $200,000 – $300,000Competitive equity (meaningful for early hires)Visa sponsorship (O1, H1B transfer)Relocation support available5 days/week in-office (SF)Interview ProcessRecruiter screenTechnical interviewsOnsite (coding + system design + product thinking)Fast process (<2 weeks)Why This RoleJoin a rapidly scaling AI company (~$0 → $10M run-rate in <1 year)Work on real AI products used by enterprise customersSmall, high-talent-density team (ex top-tier tech + trading firms)High ownership, direct impact on product and revenueEarly-stage equity with real upsideTarget Profile (Important)Must have:Startup experience OR clear 0→1 ownershipHigh engineering bar Ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments