Staff Software Engineer (Gen AI Focused)

TaxGPT is revolutionizing the tax and accounting space with AI-driven solutions tailored for accountants, tax professionals, and SMBs. We're building an AI co-pilot to transform tax workflows, drive efficiency, and simplify compliance.

You will be working closely with the CEO and CTO in person at our 4,000+ sqft office in SoMa. Location: San Francisco (Note: This is not a remote job)

Job Responsibilities:

• End-to-End System Design: Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable software solutions. This includes architecting frontend components in NextJS, developing business logic in Django, managing data interactions, and integrating APIs.
• API and Microservices Architecture: Architect and implement robust, well-documented RESTful and GraphQL APIs. Break down complex systems into modular, scalable microservices that can be efficiently maintained and extended.
• Database Management and Security: Oversee database administration tasks, including optimization, backup strategies, and security. Implement encryption, role-based access control, and auditing to ensure data security and regulatory compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the CEO, CTO, and UX designers to create solutions that meet user requirements, ensuring alignment on technical specifications and project timelines.
• Technical Problem Solving: Analyze complex technical problems and provide solutions that optimize for both performance and scalability. Contribute to architectural decision-making and system design for the broader engineering team.
• Mentorship and Code Reviews: Conduct in-depth code reviews and provide constructive feedback. Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, sharing best practices in design patterns, code structure, and DevOps.
• Continuous Improvement and R&D: Experiment with and implement the latest advancements in development frameworks, cloud services, and AI tools to keep our platform innovative and competitive.
• Agile Development: Operate within an agile workflow, maintaining flexibility to shift priorities and meet project timelines while delivering high-quality code.

Ideal Candidate:

• Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity and can envision successful outcomes
• Clear communicator capable of expressing complex ideas and executing them effectively
• Enjoys tackling real-world problems and navigating uncharted technical areas
• Strong sense of ownership, able to lead and guide teams to reach impactful solutions
• Bachelor's in Computer Science or equivalent
• Minimum of six years of experience developing scalable applications, with demonstrated success in high-impact roles
• Leading an AI or LLM-related project will be a huge plus.
• Experience with fintech, tax, and accounting software is excellent to have.
• Former technical founders are welcome to apply.
• H1B visa transfer is available.

Hiring Process

Step One: Initial Interview (15 Minutes) Click on Apply Now, and we will reach out for a 15-minute initial screening.

Step Two: Programming assignment (2 Hours) After the Initial Interview, if you pass the screening, we will send you a programming assignment.

Step Three: In-person Interview (45 Minutes) If you pass the programming assignment screening, we will invite you for a 45-minute in-person interview at our San Francisco Office on Tuesday or Wednesday. Thirty minutes will be dedicated to reviewing programming assignments and answering technical questions. Fifteen minutes for general Q&A.

Timeline: We move fast and aim to close this job in one to two weeks.