Senior Full Stack Engineer (Hybrid - Manhattan Based 1-2X Week)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Developer (backend-focused) to join our team and shape our cutting-edge low-code platform. In this role, you'll work end-to-end, from design to implementation, on features that make it easy for users to interact with complex AI systems. You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior engineers and guiding technical decisions.

If you're passionate about Python and great API design, or love working with React to build intuitive tools that empower non-technical users to harness AI, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Architect and Develop: Design and implement our external-facing API that enables developers to build, manage, analyse, and interact with our agents. Help to build and enhance our no-code platform, enabling non-technical users to configure sophisticated dialogue systems and voice experiences.
• Full-Stack Development: Design and implement features end-to-end, using Python for backend services and React (Next.js preferred) for frontend interfaces.
• Create intuitive interfaces: Build user-friendly APIs and UIs that simplify and visualise complex AI concepts.
• Champion Best Practices: Lead the team in adopting coding standards and best practices, ensuring a clean, maintainable, and scalable codebase.
• Collaborate: Work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deliver features that align with the platform's vision.
• Mentor and Guide: Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Optimise Performance: Improve backend workflows, streamline processes, and enhance overall system efficiency.

Requirements:

• Proven Expertise in Python: 3+ years of extensive experience building backend systems, with a strong understanding of REST APIs (experience with WebSockets is a plus).
• Frontend Proficiency: : Strong experience with React and JavaScript (TypeScript preferred); experience with CSS-in-JS and utility-first CSS frameworks (e.g., styled-components, Tailwind CSS).
• Agile Practitioner: Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Testing Advocate: Experience writing and maintaining unit tests in Python and JavaScript (Jest, React Testing Library, Playwright).
• Security-Minded: Experience managing secure communication protocols between client and server.
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git for collaborative development.
• Additional Skills (Desirable): knowledge of Go and experience with Next.js

We provide a competitive salary range for this role, which is $170k - $200k - depending on level and experience. Please note this range is intended as a guide, not a guarantee. Final compensation will be based on individual qualifications, relevant experience, and the scope of the role. In addition to salary, this position includes equity in the business, giving you the opportunity to share in the company's long-term success.

Benefits

Participation in the company's employee share options plan

Comprehensive health coverage for you and your loved ones

Life Insurance

️ STD and LTD

The opportunity to contribute to the company's 401k plan

Flexible PTO policy + 11 designated company holidays

Annual learning and development allowance

We're all about making WFH work for you - that's why we offer a one-off WFH allowance when you join. Offering perks like noise-cancelling headphones or a comfortable desk chair to boost your comfort and focus!

Enhanced parental leave

Company-funded fertility and family-forming programmes

Menopause care programme with Maven