Engineering Leader

Updated on 11/30/2023

11-50 employees

Venture capital firm specializing in artificial intelligence startups

Company Overview

AI Fund, founded by AI pioneer Dr. Andrew Ng, is a unique venture capital firm that not only provides financial backing but also offers hands-on support during the critical early stages of a startup's life. The company's competitive edge lies in its deep understanding of the AI industry, its ability to provide strategic guidance on product strategy and market fit, and its network of AI experts and entrepreneurs. As a leader in the AI industry, AI Fund is committed to accelerating the growth of AI startups, helping them navigate risks, stand out in a crowded market, and attract further investment.

Venture Capital

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Founded

2017

Headquarters

East Palo Alto, California

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 2%

1 year growth

↑ 11%

2 year growth

↑ 48%

Locations

San Francisco, CA, USA • Los Angeles, CA, USA • Philadelphia, PA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

AWS

Java

REST APIs

Python

Software Testing

CategoriesNew

Software Engineering

Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior Backend Engineer
Self-starter attitude comfortable working in an early-stage environment
Proficiency in at least one back-end language (e.g., Python, Java)
Experience with databases (like DynamoDB, PostgresSQL), web servers (such as Apache), and deployment systems (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes)Strong familiarity with AWS
Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices best practices
Excellent communication skills to engage in-depth technical discussions with both the engineering team and business team
Technical foresight in predicting and addressing potential issues in the tech stack

Responsibilities

Developing scalable microservices and APIs
Collaborating with front-end engineers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Taking ownership of code quality by implementing unit tests and participating in code reviews
Working closely with other teams to improve system consistency, availability and performance
Architecting systems that meet current and near-term product goals, with strong attention to scalability and simplicity where possible
Defining engineering best practices and workflows along with the rest of the team
Keeping on top of the latest backend technologies to ensure we are always using the best techniques and toolsInterfacing with customers to understand requirements and provide technical solutions
Implementing security measures and data protection settings following best practices

Desired Qualifications

BSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a similar field; Master's or PhD degree is a plus; or equivalent experience
Experience with system architecture, design patterns, and scalable performance optimization
Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment tools and processes
Understanding of data security regulations and best practices
Strong project management and organizational skills

Who we are:

Workhelix brings together cutting-edge research and comprehensive data to assess clients’ Generative AI opportunity.

What you’ll do:

As one of our pioneer engineers, you’ll be working closely with our cross-functional team to implement robust software modules for our enterprise customers.

Our ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge in RESTful APIs, microservices, and understanding of continuous integration/continuous delivery methodologies. You’ll be responsible for working on the server-side of our applications and formulating more efficient processes and resolving intricate technical challenges. Familiarity with the AWS suite of tools: EC2, Lambda, S3, and RDS, is also nice to have.

You will be a powerful ally supporting our software engineering efforts, ensuring smooth communication between front-end and back-end systems. Our small yet dynamic team depends on you to build solid foundations that enable smooth execution of code, pulling and modifying data, as per our requirements.

To excel in this role, you should possess a strong background in backend engineering and practical experience working with startups. You should be dynamic, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.

This is a full-time opportunity based in Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Philadelphia

Responsibilities:

Developing scalable microservices and APIs
Collaborating with front-end engineers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Taking ownership of code quality by implementing unit tests and participating in code reviews
Working closely with other teams to improve system consistency, availability and performance
Architecting systems that meet current and near-term product goals, with strong attention to scalability and simplicity where possible
Defining engineering best practices and workflows along with the rest of the team
Keeping on top of the latest backend technologies to ensure we are always using the best techniques and toolsInterfacing with customers to understand requirements and provide technical solutions
Implementing security measures and data protection settings following best practices

What You Must Bring:

Proven experience as a Senior Backend Engineer
Self-starter attitude comfortable working in an early-stage environment
Proficiency in at least one back-end language (e.g., Python, Java)
Experience with databases (like DynamoDB, PostgresSQL), web servers (such as Apache), and deployment systems (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes)Strong familiarity with AWS
Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices best practices
Excellent communication skills to engage in-depth technical discussions with both the engineering team and business team
Technical foresight in predicting and addressing potential issues in the tech stack

Nice To Haves:

BSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a similar field; Master’s or PhD degree is a plus; or equivalent experience
Experience with system architecture, design patterns, and scalable performance optimization
Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment tools and processes
Understanding of data security regulations and best practices
Strong project management and organizational skills

What You’ll Get:

Competitive compensation package and benefits
Chance to learn and collaborate with some of the most famous researchers in the AI and digital economy space: Andrew Ng, Erik Brynjolfsson, Andy McAfee, and Daniel Rock
The unique opportunity to help build a company, culture, and products from the ground up with a team that values healthy working practices
A high-trust, high-autonomy work environment

At Workhelix, we stand committed to ensuring an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available without any discrimination. We appreciate diversity and believe it’s critical to our success. Selection for employment will solely be based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.