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# Founding Engineer

- **Company:** Recruiting from Scratch
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $170,000 - $250,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Reinforcement Learning, Scripting
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/founding-engineer-san-francisco-ca--b667ee1c-ef3e-41fe-857b-7557f6d3c60a

## About the Role

Software Development, Seed Funding, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Performance Management, Workflow Analysis, Product Planning, Software Engineering, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Resolve Customer Issues, Startup, * 2-5 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong proficiency in Python.

 * Proven ability to build and scale coding environments in response to customer needs.
 * Experience working in a startup environment or with early-stage companies.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and a capacity to translate complex requirements into technical solutions.

Preferred

 * Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts, particularly in reinforcement learning.
 * Experience in building internal tools or workflows that support operational efficiency.
 * Previous engagement with enterprise-level clients or projects.

## Description

* Own and deliver core product and infrastructure systems end-to-end, ensuring high performance and scalability.
 * Collaborate directly with founders to define engineering priorities and execution strategies that align with business goals.
 * Engage with enterprise customers to analyze domain workflows and translate them into actionable tasks for agent training environments.
 * Design and implement workflows and internal tools that enhance the efficiency of expert labelers and coding specialists.
 * Make critical decisions that impact product direction, roadmap, and the overall culture of the organization.