Founding Engineer: 0-to-1 Product

Clera

$120K — $180K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Full-stack engineering experience with a history of 0-to-1 product development
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from a top-tier program
  • Experience in early-stage startups and/or FAANG companies
  • Strong product sense with an ability to think beyond mere implementation
  • Ability to wear multiple hats in a small team setting

Responsibilities

  • Own full-stack engineering responsibilities for the product
  • Contribute to product development from inception to launch
  • Collaborate with a lean team to deliver quickly and efficiently
  • Balance technical excellence with practical problem-solving
  • Iterate on product features based on user feedback

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape product vision and technology from the ground up
  • Work in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment
  • Join a small, talented team with significant ownership and impact
  • Gain exposure to all aspects of product development
  • On-site work arrangement in the vibrant city of San Francisco
Full Job Description
About the Role

We're seeking a Founding Engineer to join an early-stage startup at a pivotal moment. You'll be one of the first engineering hires, playing a critical role in building our product from the ground up.
What You'll Do
  • Own full-stack engineering responsibilities across the product
  • Contribute to 0-to-1 product development and architectural decisions
  • Work closely with a small, lean team to ship quickly and iterate
  • Balance technical excellence with pragmatic problem-solving
What We're Looking For
  • Full-stack engineering experience with strong 0-to-1 product building background
  • Computer Science degree from a top-tier program
  • Experience from either early-stage startups and/or FAANG companies
  • Strong product sense and ability to think beyond implementation
  • Comfortable wearing multiple hats and taking ownership in a small team environment
Compensation & Details
  • Work Arrangement: On-site
  • Location: San Francisco, CA, USA

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