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Founding Engineer

AI-native software engineering agent that works asynchronously on its own VM for tackling long-horizon tasks on large codebases.
$150,000 - $250,000
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1 - 10 Employees
1+ year of experience
AI

Job Description

2025 is the year of AI agents. At Scrapybara we're leading the charge.

At Scrapybara, we're building Capy, the world's first AI Software Engineer that lives natively in the cloud. As a growing team backed by tier-1 VCs, angels, and Y Combinator, we are seeking talented, driven engineers to join us in our mission.

We are seeking world-class software engineers to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for building high quality products, moving fast and possess a strong sense of product understanding.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the backend and infrastructure for large-scale products used by thousands of developers. You will also work across the frontend, implementing cohesive, high-quality UI.

As a Founding Engineer at Capy, you'll be at the forefront of AI innovation, working with cutting-edge technologies and shaping the future of software development. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with founders and make significant technical decisions that will impact the product's architecture and direction.

The position offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and equity, reflecting the crucial role you'll play in the company's growth. You'll be joining a fast-paced environment where your contributions will have immediate and visible impact.

We're looking for someone who thrives in startup environments, can handle multiple responsibilities, and is excited about pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI. Your work will directly influence how developers interact with AI-powered coding assistants and help shape the future of software development.

This is an exceptional opportunity for engineers who want to be part of a revolutionary change in how software is built, working with the latest AI technologies while having significant ownership and influence over the product's direction.

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Responsibilities For Founding Engineer

  • Developing and maintaining backend infrastructure for large-scale products
  • Implementing frontend UI
  • Making significant technical decisions
  • Working with cutting-edge AI technologies
  • Collaborating directly with founders

Requirements For Founding Engineer

TypeScript
Kubernetes
  • Minimum of 1 year full-time software engineering experience
  • Proficiency in TypeScript (Next.js) for backend development
  • Experience with Terraform, Kubernetes, QEMU, AWS and GCP for infrastructure
  • Strong product sense and track record of driving outcomes
  • Excellent communication skills
  • High ownership
  • Love shipping quickly and being in fast-paced environment

Benefits For Founding Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Competitive salary and equity package
  • Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible (Unlimited) Paid Time Off
  • Work on bleeding edge AI products

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