Founding Engineer (Full-Stack)

Full Time

San FranciscoPosted 4 weeks ago

Role Overview

Clera is hiring a Founding Engineer (Full-Stack). This is a full-time role in San Francisco. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Join an early-stage startup as a Founding Engineer (Full-Stack) and take full ownership of features from concept to deployment. This is a full-time, on-site position where you'll have significant impact on product direction and technical architecture.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Full-stack development: Build features across frontend (Vue.js/Nuxt) and backend (Node.js/TypeScript) to deliver end-to-end solutions
Database architecture: Design and maintain robust database schemas with PostgreSQL, ensuring data integrity and performance at scale
Infrastructure & operations: Manage deployments, configure background job processing, and maintain dedicated cloud deployments
AI integration: Work with AI agents and LLM frameworks to enhance product capabilities
Product ownership: Collaborate directly with customers and operations teams to understand requirements and align technical solutions with user needs
Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders using standard development and communication tools to prioritize and execute impactful features

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Strong full-stack development experience with Node.js and TypeScript
Proficiency in Vue.js or similar modern frontend frameworks
Solid understanding of database design and optimization with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases
Experience with cloud deployment platforms and infrastructure management
Comfortable working in early-stage environments with ambiguity and wearing multiple hats
Product-minded approach to engineering with user-centric design sensibility
Nice-to-have: Experience with AI agents, background job processing, or startup environments

COMPENSATION & DETAILS

Work arrangement: Full-time, on-site

Location: San Francisco, CA, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Founding Engineer (Full-Stack) position at Clera?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Clera. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Founding Engineer (Full-Stack) position at Clera located?

This position is based in San Francisco. Clera has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Founding Engineer (Full-Stack) at Clera earn?

Clera has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Founding Engineer (Full-Stack) role at Clera posted?

This role was posted on June 7, 2026 (32 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.