Backend Engineer

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About Us

We believe the future is adaptable, and not one-size-fits‑all. We will lead in real‑time efficient adaptation that combines algorithm with innovative interface design. Our global team—based in SF and beyond—brings together top talent in AI innovation. Backed by world‑class investors, we’re building Adaptable Intelligence.

The Role

You’ll be one of our first engineering hires, working directly with our founders to build, iterate, and scale our core product. You’ll be in a central position interfacing with frontend engineers, systems engineers, and infrastructure engineers to deliver scalable, secure, and high‑performing solutions that improve user experience and support business growth. This is a rare opportunity to have massive impact and shape the technical foundation of a growing company.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust backend services and APIs to support our core product
• Ship fast and iterate quickly based on user feedback and data insights
• Architect scalable systems that can grow with our user base and business needs
• Optimize application performance for high throughput and low latency
• Collaborate directly with founders on product strategy and technical decisions
• Establish engineering best practices including code review, testing, and deployment processes
• Mentor future team members as we grow the engineering organization
• Wear multiple hats and tackle whatever needs to be done to move the company forward

Qualifications

Nice to have

What we offer

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet

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