Founding Software Architect

4 weeks ago


California, United States Duckie (YC W24) Full time
About Duckie

We're building the world's best AI customer support assistant for software companies. Our goal is to revolutionize the industry with cutting-edge AI foundations, deep product and engineering knowledge integrations, and a seamless user experience. Backed by top investors, we're generating revenue and growing rapidly.

Our Values

We value passion, curiosity, and a growth mindset. If you're driven by a desire to learn and innovate, thrive in a dynamic team, and are passionate about building something people love, you'll fit right in.

The Role

We're seeking a talented engineer to join our founding team in San Francisco. As a founding engineer, you'll have real ownership over the product and play a key role in shaping the company's direction as we grow.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop core AI capabilities, including multi-agent systems, RAG pipelines, and model fine-tuning.
  • Design and implement product features to create an exceptional user experience.
  • Take full ownership of your work and its impact.
  • Collaborate closely with the founders to tackle challenges and drive innovation.
About You

We're looking for a talented individual with:

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.Backend generalist experience with applied AI/LLM expertise.Willingness to work in person in San Francisco.Bonus: Startup experience and a passion for fast-paced environments.Your First Month

Here's an overview of your first month:

  • Week 1: Set up Duckie, learn the product, and tackle small tasks. Scope your first project with the founders.
  • Week 2: Discuss design and architecture with the CTO. Deliver your project and adapt quickly to feedback.
  • Week 3: Continue building, testing, and refining your project. Prepare for launch and track adoption.
  • Week 4: Gather user feedback, scope improvements, and iterate to make the feature even more exceptional.


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