Founding Full-Stack Engineer

MaiaSan Francisco, CA
Onsite

About The Position

About Maia At Maia, we believe that AI has the potential to transform relationships for the better. Our mobile app is already helping thousands of couples grow closer, and we’re just getting started. As we expand, we’re looking to develop AI models that deeply integrate therapeutic practices, creating an even more impactful experience for our users. The Role We’re seeking a founding engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work across our tech stack (React Native, FastAPI, AWS). Experience with machine learning is a plus. As our founding engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of Maia: Expand and Innovate: Develop new features that delight and support all types of couples, ensuring that Maia continues to be a valuable tool in their relationship journey. Lead AI Integration: Advance our AI conversational system by refining and expanding both solo and group chat functionalities. Build and Scale: Create and iterate on ML models to broaden our product’s use cases, always with an eye on how AI can enhance relationship wellness. Influence Product Direction: Work closely with the founding team to continuously explore new opportunities to apply ML in innovative ways to the world of relationships. Our Values Our mission is simple: to empower couples all over the world to build stronger bonds, communicate more effectively, and enjoy a fulfilling relationship without the stigma often associated with seeking help. We’re looking for a fast learner who is excited about taking on significant technical responsibility. You’ll be the key decision-maker for all things tech, from architecture to implementation. Things move quickly here, and adaptability is crucial. Above all, you must have a deep appreciation for the importance of nurturing better relationships through technology.

Requirements

  • You’ve built an app that’s live and being used by real people.
  • Full stack development, some knowledge of ML (e.g. what a fully connected layer is, how attention works).
  • You care about the impact technology has on personal well-being.
  • Value empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with machine learning is a plus.
  • Whether you have direct experience with relationship therapy or wellness, or you’re eager to explore how technology can enhance these areas, you’re motivated by the potential to make a real difference in people’s lives.
  • Excited about the prospect of working in a space where understanding and nurturing human connections are at the forefront.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new features that delight and support all types of couples, ensuring that Maia continues to be a valuable tool in their relationship journey.
  • Advance our AI conversational system by refining and expanding both solo and group chat functionalities.
  • Create and iterate on ML models to broaden our product’s use cases, always with an eye on how AI can enhance relationship wellness.
  • Work closely with the founding team to continuously explore new opportunities to apply ML in innovative ways to the world of relationships.
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