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  • Founding Software Engineer - AI/LLM/Multimodal

    Pagos Consultants

    Applications developer job in Santa Rosa, CA

    Our client is building the world's fastest-growing marketplace for elite creative talent. We connect award-winning artists, directors, musicians, animators, and designers with frontier AI labs developing the next generation of multimodal systems including models like Sora, Suno, Runway, and Grok Imagine. This role is paying up to $300k salary base with 2% equity in top. Must have AI/LLM/Multimodal experience. Fully onsite role. We are a small, high-talent-density team from Stanford and Mercor, backed by: The Co-Founder of xAI The Founder of Periodic Labs Researchers from OpenAI's Sora team DeepMind alignment & evaluation leads Senior researchers from Salesforce AI, Meta, Google, and Anthropic Role Overview As a Founding Engineer, you will own core product surfaces, architecture, and infrastructure for the platform. You'll help shape engineering culture, drive rapid product iteration, and work directly with founders to build the marketplace and data systems powering the next wave of multimodal AI innovation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-agency environments, ships quickly, and enjoys solving end-to-end problems across the stack. What You Will Build Marketplace & Talent Systems Onboarding flows for elite creative talent AI-assisted interviews and evaluations Self-serve matching tools between talent and AI labs Payment, billing, and workflow automation Data & Infrastructure Products Tools for frontier AI labs to support training and evaluation Internal platforms for data quality, annotation, and performance insights Product & Engineering Leadership Shape engineering culture, processes, and best practices Ship fast across greenfield projects with high ownership Influence product direction through tight feedback cycles with founders and users What We're Looking For Strong proficiency with Python, React, and TypeScript Experience with AWS, Docker, CI/CD, and modern infrastructure tooling Ability to operate independently and handle ambiguity in a fast-moving environment Interest in gamified platforms, creative tools, or marketplace dynamics Bias for action, strong communication skills, and a builder mentality
    $300k yearly 5d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Acceler8 Talent

    Applications developer job in Fremont, CA

    Software Engineer - AI Infra Startup - San Francisco, CA A small, deeply technical AI infra startup in San Francisco, building the platform that next-gen AI apps will run on - think custom compilers, CUDA kernels, and distributed orchestration are looking for a Software Engineer to join their team. What will I be doing? As a Software Engineer you'll help architect and build the infrastructure powering the next generation of AI systems. You'll work across the stack on: High-performance, distributed systems that support real-time AI workloads Kubernetes orchestration, infra tooling, and automation pipelines Low-level runtime components like custom compilers and CUDA kernels Scalable, reliable backend services Collaborating directly with the founding team on technical strategy and core architecture What are we looking for? Strong background in systems programming, backend, or infra engineering Experience with distributed systems, container orchestration, and Linux internals Comfortable working across multiple layers of the stack, from low-level code to infra ops Fast learner who thrives in ambiguous, high-agency environments Bonus: Experience with compilers, CUDA, or ML infrastructure What's in it for me: up to $300k base dependent on experience + 0.2-0.5% equity Work directly with deeply technical founders (ex-Stanford, Google, and more) on some of the hardest problems in AI infra On-site in San Francisco Stealth startup with serious backing, operating lean and hiring intentionally Apply now for immediate consideration!
    $300k yearly 2d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Sodalis Ai

    Applications developer job in Santa Rosa, CA

    About Us Every patient deserves fast access to life-changing medications. We're building the AI operating system that makes it happen, automating the phone calls, texts, data entry, and complex workflows that slow pharmacies down. We're backed by Gradient Ventures (Google's AI fund) with more demand than we can handle. Why we need you We're building AI-powered systems that handle real patient communication and pharmacy workflows. As an engineer, you'll work directly with our founding team to ship features end-to-end-from LLM-powered voice and text systems to integrations with pharmacy platforms. This is a hands-on, full-stack role where you'll own technical decisions that shape how our product scales. What you'll do Build and ship AI-powered voice, text, and workflow automation systems Own features end-to-end: design, implementation, deployment Create integrations with pharmacy and patient management systems Solve hard problems: LLM optimization, reliable systems on unreliable APIs, abstractions that speed up customer implementations Establish engineering patterns as we scale Must-have experience 4+ years of software engineering experience Solid programming fundamentals; Python experience a plus Hands-on experience with AI tools, APIs, or prompt engineering Track record of owning projects, not just implementing specs Nice-to-haves Experience at early-stage startups Background building LLM-powered applications Familiarity with voice/telephony systems Event driven architectures Location: Hybrid in Palo Alto (Mon/Wed/Thurs) Compensation: $175k - $250K + generous equity, full benefits, flexible PTO
    $175k-250k yearly 21h ago
  • Robotic Software Engineer

    Insight Recruitment

    Applications developer job in San Francisco, CA

    Robotics Software Engineer (Generalist/Full-Stack) Robotic Software Engineer - Humanoid Robotics Palo Alto, SF Bay Area (Full-time | Onsite) $180k-$200k + equity (flexible for exceptional candidates) We are recruiting building next-generation humanoid robotic systems that combine advanced AI with cutting-edge hardware. Our team moves fast, prototypes aggressively, and puts real robots into the world. We're now hiring a Robotic Software Engineer to help shape our core software stack and accelerate the development of our embodied AI systems. What You'll Work On As part of a small, high-impact engineering team, you will: Build and optimise robotics software in C++ and ROS2 Integrate perception, control, planning, and learning modules Work hands-on with robots to bring up new hardware and run real-world experiments Deploy reinforcement learning / imitation learning policies onto physical robots Develop middleware, interfaces, and tooling that connect AI → hardware Prototype behaviours across diverse robot types (arms, humanoids, mobile platforms, drones) This role directly supports both our AI and hardware teams and has significant ownership from day one. Must-haves: Strong C++ development skills (multi-threading, performance, systems-level) Professional experience with ROS2 Hands-on robotics experience - ideally robot learning on physical hardware Ability to work on real robots (debugging, integration, testing) Generalist mindset and comfort in a fast-paced startup environment Nice-to-haves: Manipulation or kinematics (humanoids, arms, quadrupeds) Controls for mobile robots or drones Sensor/actuator integration, drivers, or middleware experience VR prototyping (Meta Quest or similar) Experience across different robot embodiments Why Join Us Build software that runs on real humanoid robots immediately High ownership within a small, world-class engineering team Competitive compensation + meaningful equity Opportunity to influence architecture, roadmap, and product direction Work at one of the most exciting intersections in tech: AI × robotics
    $180k-200k yearly 1d ago
  • Python Backend Engineer - 3D / Visualization / API / Software (On-site)

    Attis

    Applications developer job in Santa Rosa, CA

    A pioneering and well-funded AI company is seeking a talented Python Backend Engineer to build the core infrastructure for its revolutionary autonomous systems. This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative team at the forefront of engineering and artificial intelligence, creating a new category of software that will redefine how complex products in sectors like aerospace, automotive, and advanced manufacturing are designed and developed. Why Join? Build the Future of Engineering: This isn't just another backend role. Your work will directly shape how next-generation rockets, cars, and aircraft are designed, fundamentally changing the engineering landscape. Solve Unprecedented Technical Puzzles: Tackle unique challenges in building the infrastructure for autonomous AI agents, including simulation orchestration, multi-agent coordination, and scalable model serving. Shape a Foundational Platform: As a critical member of a pioneering team, you will have a significant impact on the technical direction and core architecture of an entirely new category of software. Join a High-Impact Team: Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your expertise is valued, and you have end-to-end ownership of critical systems. Compensation & Location: Base salary of up to $210,000 + equity + benefits, while working on-site with the team in a modern office in downtown San Francisco. The Role As a Python Backend Engineer, you will be instrumental in constructing the infrastructure that underpins these autonomous engineering agents. Your responsibilities will span model serving, simulation orchestration, multi-agent coordination, and the development of robust, developer-facing APIs. This position is critical for delivering the fast, reliable, and scalable systems that professional engineers will trust and depend on in high-stakes production environments. You will: Own and build the core backend infrastructure for the autonomous AI agents, focusing on scalability, model serving, and multi-agent orchestration. Design and maintain robust APIs while integrating essential third-party tools like CAD software and simulation backends into the core platform. Develop backend services to process and serve complex 3D visualizations from simulation and geometric data. Collaborate across ML, frontend, and simulation teams to shape the product and engage directly with early customers to drive infrastructure needs. Make foundational architectural decisions that will define the technical future and scalability of the entire platform. The Essential Requirements Strong backend software engineering experience, with a primary focus on Python. Proven experience in designing, building, and maintaining production-level APIs (FastAPI preferred but Flask and Django also considered). Experience with 3D visualization libraries or tools such as PyVista, ParaView, or VTK. Excellent systems-thinking skills and the ability to reason about the interactions between compute, data, and models. Experience working in fast-paced environments where end-to-end ownership and proactivity are essential. Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities. What Will Make You Stand Out Experience integrating with scientific or engineering software (such as CAD, FEA, or CFD tools). Exposure to agent frameworks, workflow orchestration engines, or distributed systems. Familiarity with model serving frameworks (e.g., TorchServe, Triton) or simulation backends. Previous experience building developer-focused tools or working in high-trust, customer-facing technical roles. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your resume through this site. SEO Keywords for Search Python Backend Engineer, Python Software Engineer, Backend Engineer, Software Engineer, Python Developer, AI Engineer, Machine Learning Infrastructure, MLOps Engineer, Backend Software Engineer (Python), Senior Backend Engineer, AI/ML Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, FastAPI Developer, PyVista, ParaView, VTK, 3D Visualization, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud Engineer, AI Platform Engineer, Distributed Systems Engineer, Simulation Software Engineer, CAD Integration, CFD, FEA, Scientific Computing, High-Performance Computing (HPC), Agent Frameworks, Workflow Orchestration, Technical Lead, Staff Engineer. Disclaimer Attis Global Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on any of the grounds protected by law, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, political affiliation, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, and/or gender reassignment. M/F/D/V. We operate as a staffing agency and employment business. More information can be found at attisglobal.com.
    $210k yearly 4d ago
  • AI AGENT SOFTWARE ENGINEER (X2)

    Hudson It and Manpower

    Applications developer job in San Francisco, CA

    US Citizens - Full Time Role This position offers the chance to directly influence the evolution of customer experience through the development of high-impact AI agents. These agents are designed to operate autonomously across multiple industries, from finance to healthcare to travel, delivering reliable support and intelligent action in place of traditional customer service teams. You will be joining a group of engineers who focus on delivering real functionality. You will help build systems that not only respond but anticipate, interpret, and resolve complex customer needs. These AI agents handle real transactions and high-sensitivity tasks, from resetting passwords and updating personal details to navigating nuanced account issues or completing bookings. This role emphasizes full-cycle ownership. You will take ideas from concept through design and into production. Engineers here work directly with customer-facing teams to gather context, identify pain points, and rapidly prototype improvements that make measurable differences. You will collaborate closely with other engineers, product managers, and operations teams to create agents that are resilient, clear in their logic, and deeply integrated with real-world workflows. What You'll Do Design and build AI-driven agents that can outperform human representatives in efficiency, accuracy, and user satisfaction across both voice and chat platforms. Translate natural language instructions into structured workflows using a unique agent logic framework that blends linguistic flexibility with software-grade precision. Analyze performance data to uncover trends and identify opportunities for large-scale improvements to both platform capabilities and agent behaviors. Experiment with the latest advancements in voice and language models, integrating and tuning them for enterprise reliability, responsiveness, and language coverage. Use real-time observability tools to trace every decision made by an agent, ensuring systems can be audited, understood, and rapidly improved without guesswork. Qualifications What You Bring At least two years of experience as a professional software engineer, working on production systems with real users. A high level of fluency in Python and TypeScript, including comfort with asynchronous operations, error handling, and performance tuning. Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to dig into complex tech stacks and resolve problems using the best tool for the job, whether that's a profiler, a log aggregator, or raw data inspection. A proactive mindset and a deep curiosity about how AI agents think, how they fail, and how to make them more intelligent and dependable. Open on programming language experience. Looking for people who have a computer science degree from a strong school. Willing to teach everything someone needs to know about AI. Additional Experience That Helps Exposure to multimodal AI systems or voice interface development. Familiarity with enterprise-scale customer experience platforms or conversational automation frameworks. Interest in designing tools that make agent behavior transparent, especially through visualization, testing, and simulation infrastructure. Perks and Benefits Competitive salary with equity options for long-term ownership. Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Flexible paid time off with a take-what-you-need approach. Daily lunch and snacks provided at the office. A highly collaborative, engineer-led culture focused on iteration, learning, and technical excellence.
    $106k-150k yearly est. 21h ago
  • Software Development Engineer Test (SDET, Mobile Apps)

    The Fountain Group 4.6company rating

    Applications developer job in Alameda, CA

    The Fountain Group is a national staffing firm and we are currently seeking a Test & Development Engineer (Mobile Applications) for a prominent client of ours. This position is in Alameda, CA (Preferred), Milpitas, CA or Portland, OR Details for the position are as follows: Pay: $51-55/hour Locations: Alameda, CA (preferred) | Milpitas, CA | Portland, OR Work Model: First 30 days onsite, then potential hybrid Industry: Medical Device / SaMD (preferred, not required) 🚨 IMPORTANT: Developer-First Role This is not a traditional QA or manual testing role. We are seeking a software developer who specializes in test automation - someone who writes code daily, builds automation frameworks, and enjoys solving problems through development. Candidates who primarily execute existing test scripts or rely on frameworks built by others will not be a fit. About the Role You will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining automated test solutions for mobile Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) application. This role requires strong hands-on coding ability, comfort being evaluated through a live coding exercise, and experience working across Android and iOS platforms. Automation engineers on this team are expected to author automation, not just run it. What You'll Do Design, write, and maintain automated test scripts for mobile applications (primary responsibility) Develop and enhance automation frameworks (Python-based; migrated from Java) Perform automated and targeted manual testing for Android and iOS applications Execute automated API testing Test on real mobile devices, emulators, and cloud device farms Collaborate closely with Development, Test, Product, and Delivery teams Track work and defects in Jira Contribute to test strategy, maintainability, and continuous improvement Performance is measured on the creation, maintenance, and execution of automation scripts. Required Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on mobile application testing experience Strong software development skills - you write code daily Experience authoring automation scripts from scratch Proficiency in Python (preferred) or strong coding ability in another language with willingness to work in Python Experience with Appium Hands-on testing experience with Android and iOS Automated API testing experience Experience testing on real devices Comfortable completing a live coding challenge during the interview process (no AI use) Nice to Have (Preferred) Java experience Experience in Medical Devices, SaMD, or other highly regulated industries BrowserStack or AWS Device Farm experience IBM ETM (training available) Open-source contributions related to automation or testing tools Who Will Be Successful in This Role Developers who moved into test automation Automation engineers who love to code Candidates who can clearly explain what code they wrote, not just what they executed Engineers comfortable being evaluated on real technical skills
    $51-55 hourly 21h ago
  • Founding Software Engineer / Protocol Engineer

    The Crypto Recruiters 3.3company rating

    Applications developer job in San Francisco, CA

    We are actively searching for a Founding Protocol Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis. In this position you will If you are someone that is impressed with what Hyperliquid has accomplished then this role is for you. We are on a mission to build next generation lending and debt protocols. We are open to both Senior level and Architect level candidates for this role. Your Rhythm: Drive the architecture, technical design, and implementation of our lending protocol. Collaborate closely with researchers to validate and test designs Collaborate with auditors and security engineers to ensure safety of the protocol Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to established coding standards and best practices Your Vibe: 5+ years of professional software Engineering experience 3+ years of experience working in Solidity in EVM in production environments, specifically focused in DeFi products 2+ years of experience working with a modern backend languages (Go, Rust, Python, etc) in distributed architectures Experience building lending protocols in a smart contract language Open to collaborating onsite a few days a week at our downtown SF office Our Vibe: Relaxed work environment 100% paid top of the line health care benefits Full ownership, no micro management Strong equity package 401K Unlimited vacation An actual work/life balance, we aren't trying to run you into the ground. We have families and enjoy life too!
    $123k-170k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Premier Group 4.5company rating

    Applications developer job in San Francisco, CA

    Founding Engineer $140K - $200K + equity San Francisco (Onsite Role) Direct Hire A fast growing early-stage start who recently secured a significant amount at Seed is actively hiring 3x software engineers to join their founding team. They're looking for people who are scrappy, move fast, challenge assumptions, and are driven to win. They build quickly and expect teammates to push boundaries. Who You Are Make quick, reversible (“two-way door”) decisions Proactively fix problems before being asked Comfortable working across a modern engineering stack (e.g., TypeScript, Python, containerisation, ML/LLM tooling, databases, cloud environments, mobile frameworks) Have built real, shipped products Thrive in ambiguity and fast-moving environments What You'll Do Talk directly with users to understand their workflows, pain points, and needs Architect systems that support large enterprise usage Build automated pipelines and intelligent agents that process and verify large volumes of data Maintain scalable, robust infrastructure Ship quickly - progress over perfection The Reality You'll work closely with the founding team and directly with customers User value beats hype, trends, and “cool tech” Expect a demanding, high-output culture If you're a Software Engineer with 2 + years' experience and want to work in a growing start-up, please do apply now for immediate consideration.
    $140k-200k yearly 2d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Stealth Ai Startup

    Applications developer job in Mountain View, CA

    Job Title: Software Engineer (All Levels) - Mountain View, CA Team: Core Engineering Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role: We're building a transformative real-world product that operates at the intersection of autonomy, connectivity, and scale. As part of our growing engineering team in Mountain View, you'll contribute to a cutting-edge system that brings together diverse areas of software-from low-level hardware integration to high-level user experience. We're looking for engineers at all levels who thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy solving complex, real-world challenges. Whether your expertise lies in distributed systems, computer vision, full stack development, embedded systems, or data pipelines, there's a place for you here. What You'll Do: Your contributions will vary based on your expertise, but opportunities include: Building scalable distributed systems for real-time processing and coordination Developing and refining perception pipelines and ML-driven computer vision systems Designing, implementing, and testing embedded software with real-world constraints (latency, power, bandwidth) Creating intuitive web interfaces and backend APIs for monitoring, control, and insights Architecting robust QA frameworks to support system-level reliability and automation Enhancing connectivity and wireless performance in dynamic, multi-device environments Working on advanced control algorithms and sensor fusion pipelines to ensure safe, stable operation We're Looking For Engineers Who: Are passionate about building resilient, high-performance systems Have strong fundamentals in computer science or electrical engineering Value code quality, testability, and performance Can collaborate across disciplines (hardware, software, data) Are comfortable working in a fast-moving, iterative environment Preferred Experience (You don't need all of these): Experience with C++, Python, Go, or Rust Background in real-time systems or embedded development Familiarity with machine learning, computer vision, or sensor fusion Knowledge of cloud platforms and scalable infrastructure (e.g., Kubernetes, AWS) Prior work on autonomous systems, robotics, or high-reliability systems Why Join Us: This is your chance to work on a product that operates in the physical world and has a direct impact on safety, autonomy, and connectivity. You'll work alongside a highly skilled, mission-driven team in a collaborative and supportive environment. We're building something unique-and we'd love for you to be a part of it.
    $106k-150k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Backend Software Engineer - Cloud Services

    Droisys 4.3company rating

    Applications developer job in Sunnyvale, CA

    About Company, Droisys is an innovation technology company focused on helping companies accelerate their digital initiatives from strategy and planning through execution. We leverage deep technical expertise, Agile methodologies, and data-driven intelligence to modernize systems of engagement and simplify human/tech interaction. Amazing things happen when we work in environments where everyone feels a true sense of belonging and when candidates have the requisite skills and opportunities to succeed. At Droisys, we invest in our talent and support career growth, and we are always on the lookout for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth by delivering top results for our clients. Join us to challenge yourself and accomplish work that matters. We're hiring Backend Software Engineer - Cloud Services in Sunnyvale, CA . What You'll Do Take full ownership of your services: drive the design, contribute new features, participate in peer reviews, and deliver production-ready solutions. Develop software primarily in Java and Python. Work with Kubernetes or be willing to quickly ramp up on container orchestration. Own end-to-end responsibility for major features and subsystems-from refining requirements to successful deployment in customer environments. Manage operational health of your services, including telemetry, metrics, and rapid production issue detection. Ensure high code quality through early testing, functional verification, and integration testing. Collaborate closely with Product Management to clarify scope, finalize requirements, and plan delivery. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar field (Master's preferred). 3+ years of experience building scalable, distributed systems. A strong passion for building software, learning new technologies, and collaborating in a team environment. Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, particularly at the programming/API level. Background in networking or security is a plus. Proficiency in Java and/or Python, with familiarity using REST APIs. Experience with CloudFormation or Terraform is beneficial. Knowledge of Spring or similar backend frameworks. Understanding of Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized environments is helpful. Familiarity with classic Gang of Four design patterns. Droisys is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. Droisys believes in diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and we are committed to fostering a diverse work environment
    $103k-139k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Acceler8 Talent

    Applications developer job in San Francisco, CA

    Software Engineer - AI Infra Startup - San Francisco, CA A small, deeply technical AI infra startup in San Francisco, building the platform that next-gen AI apps will run on - think custom compilers, CUDA kernels, and distributed orchestration are looking for a Software Engineer to join their team. What will I be doing? As a Software Engineer you'll help architect and build the infrastructure powering the next generation of AI systems. You'll work across the stack on: High-performance, distributed systems that support real-time AI workloads Kubernetes orchestration, infra tooling, and automation pipelines Low-level runtime components like custom compilers and CUDA kernels Scalable, reliable backend services Collaborating directly with the founding team on technical strategy and core architecture What are we looking for? Strong background in systems programming, backend, or infra engineering Experience with distributed systems, container orchestration, and Linux internals Comfortable working across multiple layers of the stack, from low-level code to infra ops Fast learner who thrives in ambiguous, high-agency environments Bonus: Experience with compilers, CUDA, or ML infrastructure What's in it for me: up to $300k base dependent on experience + 0.2-0.5% equity Work directly with deeply technical founders (ex-Stanford, Google, and more) on some of the hardest problems in AI infra On-site in San Francisco Stealth startup with serious backing, operating lean and hiring intentionally Apply now for immediate consideration!
    $300k yearly 2d ago
  • Founding Software Engineer - AI/LLM/Multimodal

    Pagos Consultants

    Applications developer job in San Francisco, CA

    Our client is building the world's fastest-growing marketplace for elite creative talent. We connect award-winning artists, directors, musicians, animators, and designers with frontier AI labs developing the next generation of multimodal systems including models like Sora, Suno, Runway, and Grok Imagine. This role is paying up to $300k salary base with 2% equity in top. Must have AI/LLM/Multimodal experience. Fully onsite role. We are a small, high-talent-density team from Stanford and Mercor, backed by: The Co-Founder of xAI The Founder of Periodic Labs Researchers from OpenAI's Sora team DeepMind alignment & evaluation leads Senior researchers from Salesforce AI, Meta, Google, and Anthropic Role Overview As a Founding Engineer, you will own core product surfaces, architecture, and infrastructure for the platform. You'll help shape engineering culture, drive rapid product iteration, and work directly with founders to build the marketplace and data systems powering the next wave of multimodal AI innovation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-agency environments, ships quickly, and enjoys solving end-to-end problems across the stack. What You Will Build Marketplace & Talent Systems Onboarding flows for elite creative talent AI-assisted interviews and evaluations Self-serve matching tools between talent and AI labs Payment, billing, and workflow automation Data & Infrastructure Products Tools for frontier AI labs to support training and evaluation Internal platforms for data quality, annotation, and performance insights Product & Engineering Leadership Shape engineering culture, processes, and best practices Ship fast across greenfield projects with high ownership Influence product direction through tight feedback cycles with founders and users What We're Looking For Strong proficiency with Python, React, and TypeScript Experience with AWS, Docker, CI/CD, and modern infrastructure tooling Ability to operate independently and handle ambiguity in a fast-moving environment Interest in gamified platforms, creative tools, or marketplace dynamics Bias for action, strong communication skills, and a builder mentality
    $300k yearly 5d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Sodalis Ai

    Applications developer job in Fremont, CA

    About Us Every patient deserves fast access to life-changing medications. We're building the AI operating system that makes it happen, automating the phone calls, texts, data entry, and complex workflows that slow pharmacies down. We're backed by Gradient Ventures (Google's AI fund) with more demand than we can handle. Why we need you We're building AI-powered systems that handle real patient communication and pharmacy workflows. As an engineer, you'll work directly with our founding team to ship features end-to-end-from LLM-powered voice and text systems to integrations with pharmacy platforms. This is a hands-on, full-stack role where you'll own technical decisions that shape how our product scales. What you'll do Build and ship AI-powered voice, text, and workflow automation systems Own features end-to-end: design, implementation, deployment Create integrations with pharmacy and patient management systems Solve hard problems: LLM optimization, reliable systems on unreliable APIs, abstractions that speed up customer implementations Establish engineering patterns as we scale Must-have experience 4+ years of software engineering experience Solid programming fundamentals; Python experience a plus Hands-on experience with AI tools, APIs, or prompt engineering Track record of owning projects, not just implementing specs Nice-to-haves Experience at early-stage startups Background building LLM-powered applications Familiarity with voice/telephony systems Event driven architectures Location: Hybrid in Palo Alto (Mon/Wed/Thurs) Compensation: $175k - $250K + generous equity, full benefits, flexible PTO
    $175k-250k yearly 21h ago
  • Robotic Software Engineer

    Insight Recruitment

    Applications developer job in Fremont, CA

    Robotics Software Engineer (Generalist/Full-Stack) Robotic Software Engineer - Humanoid Robotics Palo Alto, SF Bay Area (Full-time | Onsite) $180k-$200k + equity (flexible for exceptional candidates) We are recruiting building next-generation humanoid robotic systems that combine advanced AI with cutting-edge hardware. Our team moves fast, prototypes aggressively, and puts real robots into the world. We're now hiring a Robotic Software Engineer to help shape our core software stack and accelerate the development of our embodied AI systems. What You'll Work On As part of a small, high-impact engineering team, you will: Build and optimise robotics software in C++ and ROS2 Integrate perception, control, planning, and learning modules Work hands-on with robots to bring up new hardware and run real-world experiments Deploy reinforcement learning / imitation learning policies onto physical robots Develop middleware, interfaces, and tooling that connect AI → hardware Prototype behaviours across diverse robot types (arms, humanoids, mobile platforms, drones) This role directly supports both our AI and hardware teams and has significant ownership from day one. Must-haves: Strong C++ development skills (multi-threading, performance, systems-level) Professional experience with ROS2 Hands-on robotics experience - ideally robot learning on physical hardware Ability to work on real robots (debugging, integration, testing) Generalist mindset and comfort in a fast-paced startup environment Nice-to-haves: Manipulation or kinematics (humanoids, arms, quadrupeds) Controls for mobile robots or drones Sensor/actuator integration, drivers, or middleware experience VR prototyping (Meta Quest or similar) Experience across different robot embodiments Why Join Us Build software that runs on real humanoid robots immediately High ownership within a small, world-class engineering team Competitive compensation + meaningful equity Opportunity to influence architecture, roadmap, and product direction Work at one of the most exciting intersections in tech: AI × robotics
    $180k-200k yearly 1d ago
  • Founding Software Engineer / Protocol Engineer

    The Crypto Recruiters 3.3company rating

    Applications developer job in Santa Rosa, CA

    We are actively searching for a Founding Protocol Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis. In this position you will If you are someone that is impressed with what Hyperliquid has accomplished then this role is for you. We are on a mission to build next generation lending and debt protocols. We are open to both Senior level and Architect level candidates for this role. Your Rhythm: Drive the architecture, technical design, and implementation of our lending protocol. Collaborate closely with researchers to validate and test designs Collaborate with auditors and security engineers to ensure safety of the protocol Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to established coding standards and best practices Your Vibe: 5+ years of professional software Engineering experience 3+ years of experience working in Solidity in EVM in production environments, specifically focused in DeFi products 2+ years of experience working with a modern backend languages (Go, Rust, Python, etc) in distributed architectures Experience building lending protocols in a smart contract language Open to collaborating onsite a few days a week at our downtown SF office Our Vibe: Relaxed work environment 100% paid top of the line health care benefits Full ownership, no micro management Strong equity package 401K Unlimited vacation An actual work/life balance, we aren't trying to run you into the ground. We have families and enjoy life too!
    $123k-170k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Premier Group 4.5company rating

    Applications developer job in Santa Rosa, CA

    Founding Engineer $140K - $200K + equity San Francisco (Onsite Role) Direct Hire A fast growing early-stage start who recently secured a significant amount at Seed is actively hiring 3x software engineers to join their founding team. They're looking for people who are scrappy, move fast, challenge assumptions, and are driven to win. They build quickly and expect teammates to push boundaries. Who You Are Make quick, reversible (“two-way door”) decisions Proactively fix problems before being asked Comfortable working across a modern engineering stack (e.g., TypeScript, Python, containerisation, ML/LLM tooling, databases, cloud environments, mobile frameworks) Have built real, shipped products Thrive in ambiguity and fast-moving environments What You'll Do Talk directly with users to understand their workflows, pain points, and needs Architect systems that support large enterprise usage Build automated pipelines and intelligent agents that process and verify large volumes of data Maintain scalable, robust infrastructure Ship quickly - progress over perfection The Reality You'll work closely with the founding team and directly with customers User value beats hype, trends, and “cool tech” Expect a demanding, high-output culture If you're a Software Engineer with 2 + years' experience and want to work in a growing start-up, please do apply now for immediate consideration.
    $140k-200k yearly 2d ago
  • Founding Software Engineer - AI/LLM/Multimodal

    Pagos Consultants

    Applications developer job in Sonoma, CA

    Our client is building the world's fastest-growing marketplace for elite creative talent. We connect award-winning artists, directors, musicians, animators, and designers with frontier AI labs developing the next generation of multimodal systems including models like Sora, Suno, Runway, and Grok Imagine. This role is paying up to $300k salary base with 2% equity in top. Must have AI/LLM/Multimodal experience. Fully onsite role. We are a small, high-talent-density team from Stanford and Mercor, backed by: The Co-Founder of xAI The Founder of Periodic Labs Researchers from OpenAI's Sora team DeepMind alignment & evaluation leads Senior researchers from Salesforce AI, Meta, Google, and Anthropic Role Overview As a Founding Engineer, you will own core product surfaces, architecture, and infrastructure for the platform. You'll help shape engineering culture, drive rapid product iteration, and work directly with founders to build the marketplace and data systems powering the next wave of multimodal AI innovation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-agency environments, ships quickly, and enjoys solving end-to-end problems across the stack. What You Will Build Marketplace & Talent Systems Onboarding flows for elite creative talent AI-assisted interviews and evaluations Self-serve matching tools between talent and AI labs Payment, billing, and workflow automation Data & Infrastructure Products Tools for frontier AI labs to support training and evaluation Internal platforms for data quality, annotation, and performance insights Product & Engineering Leadership Shape engineering culture, processes, and best practices Ship fast across greenfield projects with high ownership Influence product direction through tight feedback cycles with founders and users What We're Looking For Strong proficiency with Python, React, and TypeScript Experience with AWS, Docker, CI/CD, and modern infrastructure tooling Ability to operate independently and handle ambiguity in a fast-moving environment Interest in gamified platforms, creative tools, or marketplace dynamics Bias for action, strong communication skills, and a builder mentality
    $300k yearly 5d ago
  • Founding Software Engineer / Protocol Engineer

    The Crypto Recruiters 3.3company rating

    Applications developer job in Fremont, CA

    We are actively searching for a Founding Protocol Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis. In this position you will If you are someone that is impressed with what Hyperliquid has accomplished then this role is for you. We are on a mission to build next generation lending and debt protocols. We are open to both Senior level and Architect level candidates for this role. Your Rhythm: Drive the architecture, technical design, and implementation of our lending protocol. Collaborate closely with researchers to validate and test designs Collaborate with auditors and security engineers to ensure safety of the protocol Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to established coding standards and best practices Your Vibe: 5+ years of professional software Engineering experience 3+ years of experience working in Solidity in EVM in production environments, specifically focused in DeFi products 2+ years of experience working with a modern backend languages (Go, Rust, Python, etc) in distributed architectures Experience building lending protocols in a smart contract language Open to collaborating onsite a few days a week at our downtown SF office Our Vibe: Relaxed work environment 100% paid top of the line health care benefits Full ownership, no micro management Strong equity package 401K Unlimited vacation An actual work/life balance, we aren't trying to run you into the ground. We have families and enjoy life too!
    $122k-169k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Premier Group 4.5company rating

    Applications developer job in Fremont, CA

    Founding Engineer $140K - $200K + equity San Francisco (Onsite Role) Direct Hire A fast growing early-stage start who recently secured a significant amount at Seed is actively hiring 3x software engineers to join their founding team. They're looking for people who are scrappy, move fast, challenge assumptions, and are driven to win. They build quickly and expect teammates to push boundaries. Who You Are Make quick, reversible (“two-way door”) decisions Proactively fix problems before being asked Comfortable working across a modern engineering stack (e.g., TypeScript, Python, containerisation, ML/LLM tooling, databases, cloud environments, mobile frameworks) Have built real, shipped products Thrive in ambiguity and fast-moving environments What You'll Do Talk directly with users to understand their workflows, pain points, and needs Architect systems that support large enterprise usage Build automated pipelines and intelligent agents that process and verify large volumes of data Maintain scalable, robust infrastructure Ship quickly - progress over perfection The Reality You'll work closely with the founding team and directly with customers User value beats hype, trends, and “cool tech” Expect a demanding, high-output culture If you're a Software Engineer with 2 + years' experience and want to work in a growing start-up, please do apply now for immediate consideration.
    $140k-200k yearly 2d ago

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How much does an applications developer earn in San Rafael, CA?

The average applications developer in San Rafael, CA earns between $84,000 and $163,000 annually. This compares to the national average applications developer range of $67,000 to $118,000.

Average applications developer salary in San Rafael, CA

$117,000
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