Software Engineer (Agents, Full-Stack)

Nectar • Palo Alto, CA

221d

About The Position

At Nectar Social, we're building the AI-native social operating system that enables a new era of commerce. We believe every social interaction should deepen the relationship between brands and their communities while creating genuine value for both sides. As a Software Engineer, you will help build the technical foundation of social commerce, working on cutting-edge AI systems, real-time data processing, and scalable platforms that handle millions of social interactions while maintaining performance and reliability.

Requirements

• Proven experience in building fast, secure, and reliable cloud/web applications in a production environment
• Familiarity with automated testing, observability, and monitoring best practices
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations and tackle large projects independently, from design to deployment
• Understanding of LLMs, APIs, and building AI-powered applications at scale
• Comfortable with rapid iteration, changing requirements, and wearing multiple hats

Nice To Haves

• Experience with social media APIs (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter)
• Background in e-commerce platforms, payment processing, or customer data systems
• Previous startup experience, especially in AI, social tech, or commerce
• Open source contributions or side projects in relevant technologies
• Experience with real-time data processing and high-volume messaging systems

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for planning, development, testing, and release of core product capabilities
• Move fast and break barriers—without compromising on security or performance
• Work closely with product, design, and engineering to deliver on our product roadmap and shape our platform
• Build solutions using Node.js, React, AWS, GCP, OpenAI, and more
• Develop robust infrastructure for AI agents, real-time social listening, and revenue attribution

Benefits

• Competitive salary and significant equity package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 401(k) matching
• Opportunity to build foundational technology at a fast-growing, well-funded startup
• Work alongside experienced founders with deep Meta and product expertise
• Flexible work arrangements with professional development budget
• Access to cutting-edge AI technologies and modern development tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees