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About Loop
Loop AI is a San Francisco–based tech company founded in 2022. We provide a Delivery Intelligence Platform for data-driven digital food brands, helping them optimize operations and make informed decisions. As a early stage AI startup, we are revolutionizing the restaurant industry by streamlining and automating back-office operations through cutting‑edge AI technology. Loop is at the forefront of food‑tech innovation, building solutions that power the future of digital‑first restaurants.
About the Role We are looking for a
Founding Engineer
with
4+ years of backend engineering experience
to join our fast‑growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a
startup environment , has a strong sense of
ownership , and can
design, build, and scale backend systems
from the ground up. You’ll be among the first engineers in our US team, working hand‑in‑hand with the founders on high‑impact product and engineering decisions.
At Loop, you will play a critical role in
shaping our backend architecture , driving
technical excellence , and mentoring peers, while also engaging with customers to ensure our solutions address real‑world challenges in the food‑tech space.
Key Responsibilities
System Architecture:
Design and implement scalable backend system architecture to support current needs and long‑term vision. Drive system performance, scalability, and reliability improvements across services. Establish engineering best practices for code quality, testing, CI/CD, and monitoring. Collaborate closely with product and leadership to align technology strategy with business goals.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving:
Apply first‑principles thinking to solve complex technical challenges. Challenge existing assumptions and propose innovative, practical solutions. Evaluate trade‑offs between speed and scalability, balancing short‑term deliverables with long‑term architecture goals.
Team & Mentorship:
Provide technical mentorship to mid‑level and junior engineers. Review code and contribute to fostering a high‑quality engineering culture. Take ownership of projects, driving them from conception to deployment.
Must‑Have
4+ years of professional experience
building and scaling backend systems.
Deep expertise in
Python, Django, PostgreSQL (or similar backend stack) .
Proven ability to
architect, design, and optimize backend services
in production environments.
Hands‑on experience with
cloud platforms (preferably GCP) , data pipelines, and orchestration tools like
DBT .
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills.
Self‑starter with
ownership mentality , capable of driving projects independently in a fast‑paced startup setting.
Nice‑to‑Have
Exposure to
frontend technologies (React / JS frameworks)
with willingness to learn.
Experience building
customer‑facing products in B2B SaaS
or
food‑tech / logistics platforms .
Demonstrated ability to
mentor engineers
and contribute to scaling engineering teams.
Strong product sense, with curiosity and passion for solving real‑world customer problems.
A mindset focused on
quality, continuous learning, and customer delight .
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About the Role We are looking for a
Founding Engineer
with
4+ years of backend engineering experience
to join our fast‑growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a
startup environment , has a strong sense of
ownership , and can
design, build, and scale backend systems
from the ground up. You’ll be among the first engineers in our US team, working hand‑in‑hand with the founders on high‑impact product and engineering decisions.
At Loop, you will play a critical role in
shaping our backend architecture , driving
technical excellence , and mentoring peers, while also engaging with customers to ensure our solutions address real‑world challenges in the food‑tech space.
Key Responsibilities
System Architecture:
Design and implement scalable backend system architecture to support current needs and long‑term vision. Drive system performance, scalability, and reliability improvements across services. Establish engineering best practices for code quality, testing, CI/CD, and monitoring. Collaborate closely with product and leadership to align technology strategy with business goals.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving:
Apply first‑principles thinking to solve complex technical challenges. Challenge existing assumptions and propose innovative, practical solutions. Evaluate trade‑offs between speed and scalability, balancing short‑term deliverables with long‑term architecture goals.
Team & Mentorship:
Provide technical mentorship to mid‑level and junior engineers. Review code and contribute to fostering a high‑quality engineering culture. Take ownership of projects, driving them from conception to deployment.
Must‑Have
4+ years of professional experience
building and scaling backend systems.
Deep expertise in
Python, Django, PostgreSQL (or similar backend stack) .
Proven ability to
architect, design, and optimize backend services
in production environments.
Hands‑on experience with
cloud platforms (preferably GCP) , data pipelines, and orchestration tools like
DBT .
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills.
Self‑starter with
ownership mentality , capable of driving projects independently in a fast‑paced startup setting.
Nice‑to‑Have
Exposure to
frontend technologies (React / JS frameworks)
with willingness to learn.
Experience building
customer‑facing products in B2B SaaS
or
food‑tech / logistics platforms .
Demonstrated ability to
mentor engineers
and contribute to scaling engineering teams.
Strong product sense, with curiosity and passion for solving real‑world customer problems.
A mindset focused on
quality, continuous learning, and customer delight .
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