Founding Software Engineer

Job Title: Founding Engineer

Company: Stealth Start Up in the Wealth Tech Space

Compensation: 200-250k base + equity

We are currently partnering with a stealth startup within the WealthTech space who specalizes in building AI Native Portfolio Management tools in search for a Founding Engineer to join their organization. We are looking for an individual who has deep experience across the broader FinTech space (wealthtech experience preferred) who is excited to join a lean team founded by industry leaders who have been through 4x exits before.

What You’ll Do

• Design and build scalable systems handling complex data workflows and external integrations
• Own backend architecture (Node/TypeScript preferred) while contributing to frontend when needed
• Develop reliable pipelines, APIs, and services with strong observability and performance in mind
• Partner closely with product to ship quickly, iterate, and refine based on user feedback
• Leverage AI tools and contribute to AI-enabled product features

What You Bring

• Experience building production systems with high data complexity and reliability requirements
• Strong system design skills across distributed systems and modern cloud environments (AWS/GCP/Azure)
• Full-stack capability with a backend-first mindset
• Product-oriented thinking with the ability to balance speed vs. scalability
• Clear communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
• Track record of building from early-stage or ambiguous environments

Nice to Have

• Background in fintech or regulated industries
• Exposure to AI/ML systems or data-heavy applications
• ~5+ years experience or equivalent scope of ownership