As an early backend engineer, you will build the core architecture of an automated immigration platform. You will design AI-powered document processing features and complex integrations with HR systems. This role offers the opportunity to shape technical culture while solving high-impact regulatory challenges for enterprise clients in a fast-paced environment.
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New York, United StatesNot Disclosed
Senior Software Engineer at well-funded legal tech startup
Are you ready to build the future of immigration? This well-funded legal tech startup is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their early team in NYC or remotely. You will have a massive impact on the technical roadmap, building AI-powered document processing and core HR integrations that transform complex regulatory workflows. If you thrive in a high-ownership, self-directed environment and want to solve meaningful engineering challenges alongside a nimble team, this is the perfect opportunity to shape a scaling platform from the ground up.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
Well-funded legal tech startup
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Build core HR software functionality and develop integrations with payroll and third-party immigration tools.
- Design and implement AI-powered features to automate document processing and streamline client communications.
- Collaborate with legal experts to translate complex regulatory requirements into scalable, reliable backend services.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Strong experience in backend engineering with an aptitude for learning new tech stacks quickly.
- Proven track record of owning technical projects end-to-end and making architectural decisions for distributed systems.
- Passionate about building intelligent automation and solving real-world problems through high-quality, reliable code.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Impactful early-employee role with significant influence over technical design and engineering culture from the ground up.
- Backed by top-tier VCs, providing the stability of a well-funded venture with the agility of a nimble team.
- High-autonomy environment where you lead complex projects from initial concept to global production scaling.
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