Founding Engineer - Wist at Pear VC

San Francisco, California, United States

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$150,000 – $225,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, Social NetworkingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a degree in Computer Science or a related field, and have experience in full-stack software engineering, particularly with AI/ML. They must be comfortable deploying ML models and integrating LLMs into real products, and demonstrate flexibility in their tech stack preferences.

Responsibilities

As a Founding Engineer, the individual will own Python (FastAPI) APIs, ML/LLM integrations, React/TypeScript front-ends, and secure data pipelines, scaling systems efficiently and reliably. They will shape product and architecture alongside the CTO, drive the technical vision, and build their dream team, while also owning equity and iterating on user feedback to prepare for hyper-growth.

Skills

Python
FastAPI
ML/LLM
React
TypeScript
Backend Infrastructure
Data Pipelines
API Design
Software Architecture

Pear VC

Venture capital firm for early-stage startups

About Pear VC

Pear VC specializes in providing venture capital for pre-seed and seed stage investments. The firm collaborates with founders to transform innovative ideas into successful companies across various sectors, including AI, healthcare, fintech, and more. Their investment strategy focuses on early-stage startups, offering not just financial support but also expertise and a strong network to help these businesses grow. Pear VC distinguishes itself from competitors through its hands-on approach, providing strategic advice and operational assistance to ensure startups remain agile and focused on their customers. The goal of Pear VC is to guide startups through their early development phases, helping them achieve significant growth and success.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$2,738.4MTotal Funding
UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Venture Capital, Fintech, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition from other VC firms in AI and biotech sectors.
Potential overvaluation of startups could lead to investment losses.
Regulatory challenges in biotech and healthcare may impact growth strategies.

Differentiation

Pear VC specializes in pre-seed and seed investments across diverse sectors.
The firm offers hands-on strategic advice and operational support to startups.
Pear VC focuses on innovation in AI, fintech, SaaS, healthcare, and deep tech.

Upsides

Growing interest in AI-driven healthcare solutions presents new investment opportunities.
Rising demand for cell engineering platforms suggests lucrative biotech investments.
Fitness tech startups focusing on community building are gaining traction.

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