Recruiting From Scratch
Founding Backend Engineer
Recruiting From Scratch, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Recruiting from Scratch is a specialized talent firm dedicated to helping companies build exceptional teams. We partner closely with our clients to understand their needs, then connect them with top-tier candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right fit for the company’s culture and vision. Our mission is simple: place the best people in the right roles to drive long-term success for both clients and candidates. Title of Role:
Founding Backend Engineer Location:
Toronto, Canada or San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) Company Stage of Funding:
Seed Stage, Venture-Backed Office Type:
Hybrid (in-person preferred, flexible with remote in some cases) Salary:
$120K – $170K + Equity (0.5% – 2%) What You Will Do
Build and ship scalable backend and platform systems that serve a growing user base. Develop core APIs and infrastructure using Python, FastAPI, AWS, and PostgreSQL. Experiment with and integrate AI/LLM frameworks (e.g., agentic systems, RAG pipelines). Work independently and take full ownership of projects, from design to production. Collaborate directly with customers, incorporating feedback into the product roadmap. Help shape engineering culture and best practices in a high-ownership environment. Ideal Candidate Background
2–7 years of experience as a backend or platform engineer. Proven track record of building and scaling production systems (beyond side projects). Strong in Python and FastAPI (experience in Go or Java also considered). Experience with PostgreSQL and AWS infrastructure. Exposure to LLMs, agentic frameworks, or RAG is a plus. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. History of working at a fast-paced, high-quality engineering culture (startup or tech-forward company). Preferred
Experience at VC-backed startups or high-growth tech companies. Familiarity with developer tooling, productivity software, or enterprise-scale deployments. Strong customer empathy and ability to communicate with non-technical stakeholders. Detail-oriented with a drive for problem-solving and delivering high-quality work. Compensation, Benefits, and Other Perks
Competitive base salary:
$120K – $170K . Meaningful equity ownership ( 0.5% – 2% ) with high upside at this early stage. Flexible hybrid work setup with offices in Toronto and potential expansion to San Francisco. Opportunity to work directly with founders and influence product and strategy. High-growth environment with exposure to cutting-edge AI and modern infrastructure. Early ownership of engineering systems with significant career advancement potential.
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Recruiting from Scratch is a specialized talent firm dedicated to helping companies build exceptional teams. We partner closely with our clients to understand their needs, then connect them with top-tier candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right fit for the company’s culture and vision. Our mission is simple: place the best people in the right roles to drive long-term success for both clients and candidates. Title of Role:
Founding Backend Engineer Location:
Toronto, Canada or San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) Company Stage of Funding:
Seed Stage, Venture-Backed Office Type:
Hybrid (in-person preferred, flexible with remote in some cases) Salary:
$120K – $170K + Equity (0.5% – 2%) What You Will Do
Build and ship scalable backend and platform systems that serve a growing user base. Develop core APIs and infrastructure using Python, FastAPI, AWS, and PostgreSQL. Experiment with and integrate AI/LLM frameworks (e.g., agentic systems, RAG pipelines). Work independently and take full ownership of projects, from design to production. Collaborate directly with customers, incorporating feedback into the product roadmap. Help shape engineering culture and best practices in a high-ownership environment. Ideal Candidate Background
2–7 years of experience as a backend or platform engineer. Proven track record of building and scaling production systems (beyond side projects). Strong in Python and FastAPI (experience in Go or Java also considered). Experience with PostgreSQL and AWS infrastructure. Exposure to LLMs, agentic frameworks, or RAG is a plus. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. History of working at a fast-paced, high-quality engineering culture (startup or tech-forward company). Preferred
Experience at VC-backed startups or high-growth tech companies. Familiarity with developer tooling, productivity software, or enterprise-scale deployments. Strong customer empathy and ability to communicate with non-technical stakeholders. Detail-oriented with a drive for problem-solving and delivering high-quality work. Compensation, Benefits, and Other Perks
Competitive base salary:
$120K – $170K . Meaningful equity ownership ( 0.5% – 2% ) with high upside at this early stage. Flexible hybrid work setup with offices in Toronto and potential expansion to San Francisco. Opportunity to work directly with founders and influence product and strategy. High-growth environment with exposure to cutting-edge AI and modern infrastructure. Early ownership of engineering systems with significant career advancement potential.
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