AI / Software Engineer

AI / Software Engineer HireNow Staffing San Francisco, CA Job Details Full-time $200,000•$300,000 a year 21 hours ago Qualifications Computer science SQL databases System design Scalable systems Scalability Developing and maintaining backend systems Full Job Description AI / Software Engineer (Senior or Staff)

Location:

San Francisco, CA Employment Type:

Direct Hire•

Full Time Work Arrangement:

100%

Onsite Compensation:

$200,000•$300,000 base salary + equity HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled AI / Software Engineer (Senior or Staff level) to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this advanced engineering role within an AI-driven enterprise technology environment . Position Overview This engineering role focuses on building foundational infrastructure that powers advanced AI systems designed to automate complex operational workflows across multiple business systems. The position requires an engineer who approaches problems through systems thinking and is comfortable owning technical challenges that span architecture, infrastructure, and product functionality. The engineer will work closely with leadership and product stakeholders to develop scalable backend systems, AI-powered integrations, and intelligent automation capabilities that connect fragmented software environments used by enterprise customers. Candidates must demonstrate a strong ability to design distributed systems, solve complex data reconciliation challenges, and build production-grade infrastructure that supports high reliability and scalability. Core Responsibilities Design and develop scalable backend architecture supporting AI-powered automation platforms Build infrastructure that enables reliable integrations across multiple business software systems Develop intelligent data reconciliation systems that resolve inconsistencies across operational and financial datasets Implement systems that support continuous financial reporting and automated operational workflows Architect natural language-driven automation frameworks that translate user instructions into structured workflows Design AI agent infrastructure capable of operating across multiple communication channels such as chat, email, SMS, and voice Apply rigorous engineering practices related to testing, observability, deployment pipelines, and system reliability Collaborate directly with leadership and product teams to align engineering decisions with platform objectives Mentor engineers and contribute to a strong engineering culture focused on quality and ownership Own projects from initial architecture through deployment and iterative improvements Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable) Candidates must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for interview: 6-10 years of professional software engineering experience , with a strong backend focus Demonstrated experience building production systems and scalable infrastructure Strong background working in high-quality startup or scale-up environments Experience designing and implementing distributed systems or complex data processing pipelines Strong proficiency in backend programming languages such as Python or TypeScript Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL Experience building full-stack applications with a backend emphasis Demonstrated ability to independently drive technical projects from concept through deployment Strong computer science foundation with rigorous coding experience Stable employment history and clear career progression (candidates with jumpy resumes will not be considered) Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are highly preferred but not required: Experience developing systems using Python, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, React, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Experience with frameworks such as Django or modern web backend architectures Experience building AI-enabled infrastructure, automation systems, or agent frameworks Familiarity with techniques such as entity resolution, fuzzy matching, and cross-system data reconciliation Experience building integrations across multiple third-party software systems Former startup founder or founding engineer experience Degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field , ideally from a rigorous academic program Demonstrated evidence of technical excellence such as contributions to high-performing engineering teams, competitive programming participation, or experience at selective engineering organizations What Type of Candidates HireNow Staffing Is Recruiting For HireNow Staffing is seeking a highly capable software engineer with strong technical ownership and systems-thinking ability .

The ideal candidates will demonstrate:

Experience working at high-performing startups or early-stage technology companies Ability to design and scale infrastructure that supports complex business workflows Strong backend engineering expertise combined with full-stack understanding Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to solve difficult technical challenges Ability to collaborate closely with leadership on architecture and product strategy Consistent professional growth and stable career progression within strong engineering teams Candidates who combine technical depth, ownership mentality, and experience building systems that operate at scale will align most closely with this role. Technology Environment Typical technologies used within the engineering environment include: Python TypeScript React PostgreSQL Django Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Work Location Primary location: San Francisco, CA (onsite) Strong candidates located in Palo Alto, CA or New York City, NY may also be considered depending on qualifications. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Compensation & Benefits Base Salary:

$200,000•$300,000 Equity participation Competitive benefits package HireNow Staffing Disclaimer HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.

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