Software Engineer

GW1
  • $170,000-$220,000
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Permanent


A small, deeply technical AI infra startup in San Francisco, building the platform that next-gen AI apps will run on - think custom compilers, CUDA kernels, and distributed orchestration are looking for a Software Engineer to join their team.


What will I be doing?


As a Software Engineer you’ll help architect and build the infrastructure powering the next generation of AI systems. You’ll work across the stack on:

  • High-performance, distributed systems that support real-time AI workloads
  • Kubernetes orchestration, infra tooling, and automation pipelines
  • Low-level runtime components like custom compilers and CUDA kernels
  • Scalable, reliable backend services
  • Collaborating directly with the founding team on technical strategy and core architecture


What are we looking for?


  • Strong background in systems programming, backend, or infra engineering
  • Experience with distributed systems, container orchestration, and Linux internals
  • Comfortable working across multiple layers of the stack, from low-level code to infra ops
  • Fast learner who thrives in ambiguous, high-agency environments
  • Bonus: Experience with compilers, CUDA, or ML infrastructure


What’s in it for me:


  • $170–220k base + 0.2–0.5% equity
  • Work directly with deeply technical founders (ex-Stanford, Google, and more) on some of the hardest problems in AI infra
  • On-site in San Francisco
  • Stealth startup with serious backing, operating lean and hiring intentionally


Apply now for immediate consideration!



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