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# Founding AI Engineer

- **Company:** Recruiting from Scratch
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $150,000 - $250,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Quality, Code Review, Email Management, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Speech Recognition, Scripting
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/founding-ai-engineer-san-francisco-ca--b89c7aa8-0c7b-4b77-9baa-ea4462790fa6

## About the Role

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software Development, Funding, Email Management/Administration, Cross-Functional, Python Programming/Scripting Language, JavaScript, Quality Management, Code Reviews, * 2-5 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on AI or voice technology.

 * Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
 * Strong understanding of software development principles and methodologies.
 * Experience with developing and deploying scalable applications.
 * Familiarity with cloud services and APIs.

Preferred

 * Experience working with AI or machine learning technologies.
 * Knowledge of voice recognition technologies and natural language processing.
 * Familiarity with Agile development practices.

## Description

* Design and implement scalable software solutions that power an advanced AI voice assistant.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features in a fast-paced environment.
 * Develop and maintain high-quality code using Python, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
 * Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and best practices.
 * Troubleshoot and optimize existing systems to improve performance and user experience.
 * Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, from concept through deployment.