Staff Software Engineer
$330k - $390kPeople In AI
Staff Software Engineer
$330,000–$390,000 + Equity
New York, NY (Onsite)
We're partnering with a fast-growing AI infrastructure startup that's building products at the forefront of autonomous software. They're looking for a Senior Software Engineer who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys shipping quickly, and wants to shape the next generation of AI-powered developer tools.
The Role
As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll own products end-to-end—from technical design and backend architecture through to polished user experiences. You'll work closely with customers, rapidly iterate on feedback, and help define how AI-native products are built.
What You'll Do
- Own features from concept through production across the full stack.
- Design scalable APIs, data models, and intuitive frontend experiences.
- Partner directly with customers to gather feedback and drive rapid iteration.
- Collaborate with design and engineering to deliver high-quality product experiences.
- Make technical decisions in ambiguous environments and drive execution independently.
- Raise the engineering bar through strong ownership and craftsmanship.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience shipping customer-facing products end-to-end.
- Deep knowledge of React and modern web application architecture.
- Experience working in fast-paced startup environments.
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-first mindset.
- Passion for AI-native products and leveraging AI throughout your development workflow.
Ideal Background
- AI-native startups, developer tools, infrastructure, or SaaS products.
- Experience building products with high ownership and minimal direction.
- Comfortable working directly with users and rapidly iterating based on feedback.
Why Join?
- Build category-defining AI products from the ground up.
- High ownership and autonomy with direct product impact.
- Work alongside an ambitious, highly technical team.
- Competitive compensation, meaningful equity, and excellent benefits.
- Opportunity to influence engineering culture and product direction as the company scales.
About People In AI
People In AI partners with the world's most ambitious AI companies, connecting exceptional engineers with opportunities to build category-defining products. We work closely with high-growth startups and innovative technology businesses shaping the future of AI.
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