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Emerge Talent

Senior Software Engineer

Emerge Talent, New York, New York, us, 10261

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After decades of managing tens of thousands of people, we've seen firsthand how traditional HR and management tools have failed to deliver real transformation. While nearly every aspect of work has evolved dramatically over the past 50 years, the way companies are managed has remained stuck in the past.

We're building the AI management system that will fundamentally change how companies are built, scaled, and managed over the next five years. This isn't just another HR tool—it's the infrastructure that will allow businesses to adapt and thrive in an AI-driven world.

The Role We're seeking a

mid-to-senior software engineer

to help build the future of business management. You'll be working on cutting‑edge AI systems that directly impact how companies operate, scale, and succeed.

What you'll do:

Design and build scalable backend systems powering our AI management platform

Integrate with modern AI APIs and develop intelligent automation workflows

Work across the full stack to deliver end‑to‑end features

Collaborate closely with our founding team to shape product direction

Build systems that can handle the complexity of managing thousands of employees

What We're Looking For Required Experience

5-10 years

of software engineering experience (full-stack or backend-focused)

Hands‑on AI integration experience

- you must have written API requests to OpenAI (or similar LLMs) in production or personal projects

Strong technical foundation

in Node.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL

Startup experience

- ideally at high-growth companies, or exceptional candidates from Big Tech

Side project experience

- you've built and launched something on your own

What Makes You Stand Out

Former founder or founding engineer experience

CS degree from a top‑tier university (MIT, Stanford, etc.) - preferred but not required

Recognition in competitive programming, math olympiads, or acceptance into selective programs (Recurse Center, Thiel Fellowship, etc.)

Deep curiosity about AI and its applications in business

Essential Qualities

Self‑starter mentality

- you thrive with autonomy and ownership

Strong communication skills

- you can explain complex technical concepts clearly

Adaptability

- you're excited about the ambiguity and rapid pace of early‑stage startups

Commitment to excellence

- you take pride in building high‑quality, scalable systems

What We Offer Compensation & Equity

Competitive salary: $140,000 - $200,000 (based on experience)

Significant equity package in a fast‑growing company

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited PTO policy

Growth & Learning

Work directly with experienced founders and senior engineers

Shape the architecture of systems that will serve thousands of companies

Stay at the forefront of AI and business management innovation

Clear path for technical and leadership growth as we scale

Work Environment

In‑person collaboration

in our NYC office (4-5 days/week)

Modern tech stack and development tools

Small, focused team where your impact is immediately visible

Direct influence on product and technical decisions

Application Process Please include with your application:

Your resume highlighting relevant AI and startup experience.

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