Founding Backend Engineer
Full-time | Hybrid
Compensation: $100K – $150K + 5–10% Equity
About the Role
We’re looking for a Founding Backend Engineer to architect and build the core infrastructure for AI-powered consumer products. You’ll design systems that take data from users’ devices, process it with AI models, and deliver personalized, intelligent experiences.
This is a zero-to-one role where you’ll work closely with the founder and early team to define technical strategy, make architectural decisions, and build scalable systems. If you thrive in small teams, enjoy solving complex end-to-end problems, and want significant ownership in shaping both product and company direction, this role is for you.
Tech stack: iOS, Swift, Apple Vision, CoreML, backend generalist, LLMs, photo/video processing, mobile-first systems
What You’ll Do
- Architect backend systems for mobile-first consumer AI products
- Build distributed systems and infrastructure to scale data processing and model serving
- Collaborate closely with the founder on technical strategy and product direction
- Experiment rapidly in a fast-paced, creative zero-to-one environment
- Play a foundational role in setting engineering culture, standards, and practices
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience in backend development for consumer products
- Comfort with mobile-first infrastructure, distributed systems, and cloud environments
- Track record of shipping products in small teams or startups
- Entrepreneurial mindset — side projects, experiments, or previous founding experience a plus
- Excitement about building products that blend AI, media, and consumer experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary + significant equity stake (5–10%)
- Hybrid flexibility with preference for California-based candidates (SF/LA/SD)
- Travel to Los Angeles for in-person collaboration ~1 week per month (relocation optional)
- High agency, creative, and collaborative team culture
👉 Ready to take the next step? Apply now or email Jenn at Recruiter@CareDynamicsFL.com to learn more.