Lavendo

Founding AI Product Engineer, AI Infrastructure (On-site - San Francisco)

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Base Salary

$200k - $250k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Talk directly with customers to identify pain points, validate solutions, and translate feedback into shipped features.
  • Build end-to-end production product features using Python and FastAPI.
  • Partner with founders to define and build the company’s second major product line.
  • Prototype quickly, iterate based on user feedback, and ship in an ambiguous early-stage environment.
  • Own major product areas spanning backend APIs, the dashboard, and developer experience.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of AI engineering experience with a demonstrated ability to ship production code and communicate directly with users.
  • Bachelor’s degree from a top-25 U.S. computer science program.
  • Production Python development experience; FastAPI experience is preferred.
  • Comfort working across backend, frontend, APIs, and infrastructure.
  • Strong hands-on experience with LLM APIs or AI infrastructure, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Bedrock, Azure, or Vertex AI.
  • Track record of high-intensity, high-ownership work through a high-growth startup, rapid advancement at a top technology company, or notable entrepreneurial projects.
  • Demonstrated initiative through an active GitHub profile, startup founder experience, standout independent projects, or competitions.
  • Strong communication skills for direct customer interaction.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $200K–$250K plus competitive equity.
  • Top-tier medical, dental, and vision benefits, including FSA.
  • On-site in San Francisco five days per week.
  • Relocation stipend for candidates moving within the U.S.
  • Open to visa transfers for OPT and H1B transfer candidates.

Tech Stack

Categories

AI ApplicationsBackendProduct Engineering
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About Lavendo

1-10 employees

Lavendo specializes in sales recruiting services for startups, helping them find and attract top sales talent. Our experienced team understands the unique challenges startups face and provides tailored solutions to meet their hiring needs. With a proven track record and expertise in the industry, we help startups build high-performing sales teams to drive growth and success. Connect with us to learn how Lavendo can elevate your sales recruitment strategy. Visit our website for more information.

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