Founding Engineer at Clera - Build Core Platform
Overview
Join Clera as a Founding Engineer to design and build foundational systems at a fast-growing startup. You will own critical product areas and shape technical direction from day one. This is a 0-to-1 role where you thrive in ambiguity and drive both code quality and product success.
What You'll Do6
- 1Design and build full-stack features from database schema to UI
- 2Own large product areas with minimal oversight and make key technical decisions
- 3Collaborate with founders to define and execute the product roadmap
- 4Establish engineering foundations including architecture and tooling
- 5Iterate quickly based on user feedback and data-driven insights
- 6Drive technical excellence while balancing speed and scalability
Requirements7
- 13–7 years of full-stack development experience
- 2Proven track record of building products 0-to-1 at early-stage startups
- 3Strong proficiency in frontend and backend technologies
- 4CS degree from a top-20 university
- 5Strong product sense and ability to think like a product owner
- 6Based in San Francisco or willing to relocate
- 7Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Salary Insight
$200 - $300k per year
Location
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