Senior Prototyping Engineer

Seekr • Austin, TX

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a Senior Prototyping Engineer to join Seekr as a bridge between high-level product concepts and technical reality. In this role, you will be the primary engine for rapid experimentation, turning abstract ideas into functional, interactive prototypes. While you will leverage our existing React and Next.js stack, you are an "open thinker" who can move beyond the front end—using Python and FastAPI to spin up lightweight back-end services that bring your prototypes to life.
At Seekr, we value speed and agility. As a Prototyping Engineer, you aren’t just building features; you are de-risking our roadmap. You possess strong functional design skills, allowing you to make smart UX decisions on the fly without needing a pixel-perfect mockup. You’ll work in a high-trust environment where your ability to pivot, experiment, and "fail fast" will directly influence the direction of our global applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript, CSS, and HTML.
• 5+ years of experience with React (including Next.js and hooks) to build high-fidelity interactive experiences.
• Proficiency in Python and FastAPI for developing rapid, lightweight back-end prototypes and APIs.
• Working knowledge of how AI and LLMs work
• Experience effectively utilizing AI technologies and tools (e.g., large language models, agents, etc.) to enhance workflows
• Functional Design Skills: Ability to design intuitive user flows and layouts for web applications; experience with tools like Figma is a plus.
• Proficient in using AI Coding assistants (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.) to dramatically accelerate the prototyping lifecycle.
• Experience with JSON APIs and integrating front-end prototypes with live or mocked data sources.
• Agile Mindset: Comfortable with "throwaway code" and shifting directions quickly based on stakeholder feedback.
• Strong Communication: Ability to present prototypes to both technical leads and non-technical stakeholders to demonstrate "proof of concept."

Benefits

• Meaningful Mission & Impact - Work with a deeply talented, collaborative team solving some of the toughest AI challenges that matter.
• Equity Ownership – RSUs that let you share directly in Seekr’s long‑term success and growth.
• Time Off That Respects Real Life – Unlimited PTO plus 14 paid company holidays to truly recharge.
• Work Your Way – A flexible hybrid work environment with offices in Reston, VA and Austin, TX, plus remote options and flexible working hours.
• Competitive Total Rewards – A role‑appropriate compensation structure that supports long‑term growth, including base salary, bonuses, or commission plans depending on role.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Build your future with a retirement plan that includes employer matching.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starting day one—for you and your family.
• Parental Leave – Paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child through birth, adoption, or foster placement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level