Ex-Founder - Technical
San Carlos, CA$215k - $290k + equityfull-timePosted 11mo ago
About the role
Leadership role in a Voice AI startup focusing on building scalable voice automation solutions, including APIs, integrations, and tooling, with a focus on early-stage product development and company strategy.
Responsibilities
- Drive 0→1 initiatives, from ideation to execution, across product, engineering, or growth, adapting to the company’s most pressing needs.
- Build and iterate on core platform features, such as voice agent APIs, integrations, or developer tools, using languages like Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
- Collaborate with co-founders to define product strategy, prioritize roadmaps, and align on technical and business goals.
- Tackle ambiguous problems, prototyping solutions and shipping production-ready systems under tight timelines.
- Mentor early team members, fostering a culture of ownership, speed, and craft.
- Translate customer and market feedback into actionable product improvements and strategic recommendations.
Qualifications
- Founded or co-founded a tech startup with hands-on technical and business experience.
- 2+ years of experience in software development (e.g., Python, JavaScript, TypeScript) and startup operations.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, managing multiple roles with grit and adaptability.
- Strong ownership ethos, fast execution, and impact-driven mindset.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to align teams and make strategic decisions.
- Fast learner, capable of embracing new challenges and tools.
Skills
Required:Startup experienceSoftware developmentProduct strategyAmbiguous problem solving
Benefits
- 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- $70/day DoorDash credit for meals.
- $200/month wellness reimbursement (gym, fitness classes).
- $300/month commuter reimbursement (gas, Caltrain, etc.).
- $75/month phone bill reimbursement.
- $50/month internet reimbursement.
Last updated Nov 22, 2025. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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