Software Engineer (Platform)- San Francisco
About The Position
Plaud is building the world's most trusted AI work companion for professionals to elevate productivity and performance through note-taking solutions, loved by over 1,500,000 users worldwide since 2023. With a mission to amplify human intelligence, Plaud is building the next-generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces to capture, extract, and utilize what you say, hear, see, and think. Plaud Inc. is a Delaware-incorporated, San Francisco-based company pushing the boundary of human–AI intelligence through a hardware–software combination. With SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO27001, ISO27701, and EN18031 compliance, Plaud is committed to the highest standards of data security and privacy protection. Plaud is building the next generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces to capture, extract, and utilize intelligence from what people say, hear, see, and think. Plaud is a bootstrapped, skyrocketing, profitable company with a $250M revenue run rate achieved in just three years. Define the next-gen paradigm for human-AI interaction. Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI for Pro tools and play a direct role in our global expansion. Work with passionate teammates who value innovation, collaboration, and customer success. Grow your career in a culture that champions continuous learning and fast career development. Market-competitive compensation, global exposure, and a vibrant, creativity-fueled work atmosphere.
Requirements
- Strong backend engineering and platform system experience, with the ability to independently own complex systems and core modules
- Solid understanding of OAuth 2.0, authentication, authorization, and security-related mechanisms
- Experience designing and delivering API platforms, developer platforms, or multi-tenant systems
- Strong system design skills with the ability to make sound trade-offs under complex technical and business constraints
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with product, device teams, and international partners
Responsibilities
- Own the design and implementation of core backend and platform capabilities for the Plaud Developer Platform, supporting both Partner and Third-Party integrations
- Design and maintain OAuth authorization, access control, and multi-tenant architecture to ensure security and scalability
- Build standardized APIs, SDK interfaces, and developer onboarding workflows to improve integration efficiency
- Collaborate with product, device, and AI service teams to deliver cross-system solutions and technical decisions
- Continuously improve platform stability, performance, and developer experience to support scalable ecosystem growth
Benefits
- Founding Team: Opportunity to join the founding team of this new initiative, with meaningful ownership and impact on a fast-growing startup.
- Competitive Compensation: $130K-$180K base salary+performance bonus+Equity.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Top-tier healthcare for employees and dependents, including dental and vision, and a generous employer subsidy.
- Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan for full time employees with company matching.
- Paid Time Off: Unlimited PTO, plus 13 paid holidays.
- New Parent Leave: 12 weeks of paid time off to spend time with your new family, regardless of gender.
- Hybrid Office: Minimum of 3x in office per week.
- Gear: New hires are equipped with their choice of new top-of-the-line laptops and workstation setups.
- Perks: Best office equipment. Annual offsites. Free office drinks and snacks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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