Founding Engineer

Overview

On Site
100k - 200k
Full Time

Skills

Data Integration
Mergers and Acquisitions
Data Structure
Algorithms
Software Development
Python
Node.js
React.js
Scala
Apache Spark
Cloud Computing
Startups
Data Architecture
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Workflow
Product Ownership
SAP BASIS

Job Details

A Chicago-based AI startup building next-gen tools for data integration and analysis used in mergers and acquisitions is looking for a Founding Engineer with expertise in Python, Node.js, React, Data Structures and Algorithms. This is a full-time, high impact role with the opportunity to shape product and platform from day-one.
The company embraces an energetic, and driven start-up culture where you will be working on Greenfield projects and data platforms. The ideal candidate is a jack of all trades engineer that is looking for a hands-on and multi-faceted role where you will work closely with the start-up founders. The role is in-office five days a week in a collaborative space inside Ogilvie Station with complimentary breakfast, coffee, and drinks on tap.

Required Skills and Experience
  • 5+ years of full stack software development experience
  • Experience with CS fundamentals across the stack (Python, Node.js, React)
  • Familiarity with data pipelines, and backend-heavy architectures
  • Ability to organize information efficiently, collect and leverage data
  • Strong communications and collaborative skills since you will be working with the founders
Desired Skills and Experience
  • Exposure with Scala, Spark, Cloud AI integrations
  • Prior work with early-stage startup or small engineering team.
  • Experience with data architecture and interest in AI/ML-driven products
Tech Breakdown
  • 70% Backend
  • 30% Frontend
Daily Responsibilities
  • 50% Building new product features and integrating client data
  • 30% Scaling infrastructure, optimizing pipelines, and deployment workflows
  • 20% Collaborating closely with the founders
The Offer
  • Full product ownership
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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