> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1188471-founding-engineer-frontend](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1188471-founding-engineer-frontend). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Founding Engineer (Frontend) - **Company:** RST RE, LLC - **Location:** South San Francisco, CA, United States - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Front End Software Development - **Published:** July 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=882e31f58131d386 ## About the Role 0 - 5 years of experience in frontend engineering at a strong tech company (e.g. VC-backed, FAANG etc), * in frontend engineering at a strong tech co.: 1 year (Required) ## Description We're looking for frontend engineers. We prioritize learning over all. You must show a clear trajectory of growth. You will be more than a founding engineer; you'll be deeply integrated into the founding team, and help make strategic decisions that will shape the company. This is a unique opportunity to join 0-1 and learn how to build, deploy, and solve some of the most important problems in the enterprise. If you want to found a company in the future, this role is a perfect fit for you! Why you should join Quantifiable ROI from day one - saving clients $5-10M annually through supply chain AI High-agency culture - founding-level decision-making exposure that prepares you to start your own company later Strong team pedigree - ex-Zip Chief of Staff and Founding Engineer & AI Lead backed by top-tier 8VC with rapid fundraising success ## Related Videos - [But, you're not Facebook](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/378-but-you-re-not-facebook) - [Edit Your Future: Queerverse Radical AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/909-edit-your-future-queerverse-radical-ai) - [Fireside Chat with David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/980-fireside-chat-with-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Building the Right Product and Building It Right: A Glimpse into Extreme Programming, Atomic Design ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/398-building-the-right-product-and-building-it-right-a-glimpse-into-extreme-programming-atomic-design) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [AI is dead, long live AK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1093-ai-is-dead-long-live-ak) ## Related Articles - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [What’s the Difference Between Frontend and Backend Development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/240-what-s-the-difference-between-frontend-and-backend-development) - [The Best 7 Frontend Frameworks for Developers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/400-the-best-7-frontend-frameworks-for-developers-in-2025) - [Frontend Developer Salary in South Africa](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/234-frontend-developer-salary-in-south-africa)