Stealth Startup

Develop and maintain full-stack web and mobile applications with a focus on frontend and backend architecture. | Senior software engineer with 10+ years experience in full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, and AI integration. | About the Role We’re looking for a motivated Entry-Level Python / AI Engineer to join our growing engineering team in San Francisco. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers who are passionate about Python, machine learning, and building real-world AI-driven products. You’ll work closely with senior engineers, data scientists, and product teams to design, build, and deploy intelligent systems that impact real users. What You’ll Do • Write clean, efficient Python code for AI/ML-driven applications • Assist in developing, training, and evaluating machine learning models • Work with data pipelines, APIs, and backend services • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into solutions • Debug, test, and optimize models and applications • Learn and apply best practices in software engineering and AI development Requirements (Must-Have) • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or related field (or equivalent experience) • Strong foundation in Python • Basic understanding of machine learning concepts (supervised/unsupervised learning) • Familiarity with libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch, or TensorFlow • Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and OOP • Strong problem-solving and communication skills Nice-to-Have • Internship or project experience in AI/ML or data science • Experience with SQL, APIs, or cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) • Exposure to LLMs, NLP, or computer vision • Git/version control experience What We Offer • Competitive base salary up to $150,000 • Mentorship from experienced AI and software engineers • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI products • Fast learning, high-impact environment • Career growth in AI, ML, and software engineering Who Should Apply • Recent graduates or engineers with 0–2 years of experience • Strong Python skills and a genuine interest in AI/ML • Curious, driven, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

Lead and scale AI research teams to advance machine learning and large language models. | PhD in AI/ML with research leadership experience and strong publication record. | About the Role We are seeking an exceptional Lead Researcher to lead and scale a world-class AI research organization focused on advancing the state of the art in machine learning, large language models, and applied AI systems. This role is both strategic and hands-on, responsible for defining long-term research vision while actively contributing to breakthrough innovations that directly impact product and business outcomes. As Head of Research, you will build, mentor, and manage a high-caliber team of researchers and research engineers, partner closely with executive leadership, and translate cutting-edge research into scalable, real-world systems. Key Responsibilities • Define and own the research vision and roadmap, aligned with company strategy and long-term goals • Lead and grow a team of AI Researchers, Applied Scientists, and Research Engineers • Drive innovation across areas such as: • Large Language Models (LLMs) • Reasoning and planning systems • Representation learning • Robustness, safety, and evaluation • Multimodal and agent-based systems • Balance long-horizon exploratory research with near-term applied research that powers products • Ensure research excellence through strong scientific rigor, reproducibility, and evaluation standards • Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Leadership to transition research into production • Represent the company externally through publications, conferences, and industry engagement • Establish best practices for research processes, tooling, and infrastructure • Mentor senior researchers and develop future research leaders Required Qualifications • PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, or a closely related field (or equivalent research experience) • 0-7 years of experience in AI/ML research, with at least several years in a research role • Proven track record of high-impact research contributions (top-tier conferences, journals, or widely adopted systems) • Deep expertise in modern ML techniques, especially LLMs, deep learning, and foundation models • Experience leading and scaling research teams in industry or advanced research labs • Strong understanding of the tradeoffs between research innovation and production constraints • Ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Preferred Qualifications • Experience leading research at a top AI lab, FAANG company, or well-known AI startup • Publications at leading venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP) • Experience with model training at scale, including distributed systems and ML infrastructure • Background in deploying research models into real-world products • Prior experience influencing company-level technical strategy What We Offer • Base salary up to $500,000, plus competitive equity • Opportunity to shape the future direction of cutting-edge AI research • Access to significant compute and research resources • Collaboration with elite engineers, researchers, and product leaders • A culture that values deep thinking, experimentation, and long-term impact

Define and build secure, reliable, large-scale application architecture, develop MVP back-end, and build the engineering team from scratch. | Outstanding hacker with extensive experience in building high-transaction, high-performance systems, willing to commit >4 years, and relocate to Bay Area. | Our awesome team is made of an economist and product hacker. We need someone to put some sense into us and drive the technological development of our product. - our Chief Economist has a Phd in Economics from Bocconi University, has studied at Hardvard, London School of Economics and in China. He teaches at the most exclusive college in Italy and worked in the VC fund started by Google Italy's ex Country Manager. He is now at Singularity University. - our Chief Hustler is a hacker, noise maker and community builder. He has been developing web products for years. On top of that he advises and invests in companies, organizes hackatons, works with the best angels and mentors in the world and writes for well know startup blogs. Responsibilities: • Define, design and build secure, reliable, large-scale, high-transaction and high-performance application architecture, database and services. • Develop back-end of first MVP with OSS and your preferred stack • Define, design and implement internal and consumer facing APIs • Build the engineering team from scratch • Change the world and help build the economic and monetary layer on the internet Requirements: • Be interesting • Be an outstanding hacker • Be willing to make this a major part of your life for > 4 years • Be willing to move to the Bay Area Preferred: • You can build our office in Javascript • You can develop an API to control the world • You can manage nuclear-war risk with software • Anything lower than 1 billion transactions per second is negligible to you • You are a cryptogeek • You want to call your kids Erlang and Cassandra Perks: • Huge equity share. • An awesome founding team. • The chance to change the world and get incredibly rich doing so. Please list your github account and any product you helped develop in your resume.

Own revenue and account performance across retail channels, develop and execute business plans, manage retailer relationships, and collaborate cross-functionally. | 5+ years managing offline retail key accounts, proven success in driving revenue growth, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and ability to operate independently across multiple time zones. | Role Overview The Offline Retail Account Manager is a senior individual contributor responsible for owning revenue, profitability, and execution across major U.S. brick-and-mortar retail partners. This role focuses on in-store retail as the primary growth driver, while ensuring strong alignment with retailer.com and internal global operations. This position requires a high-ownership mindset, strong retailer relationships, and the ability to independently drive results across complex, cross-functional, and cross-border environments—without direct people management responsibility. Key Responsibilities Omni-Channel Account Ownership & Revenue Growth • Own revenue, margin, and overall account performance across in-store and retailer.com channels, with in-store as the primary growth driver. • Develop and execute annual and quarterly Joint Business Plans (JBPs), including assortment strategy, pricing, promotions, and merchandising priorities. • Identify growth opportunities and drive execution across distribution expansion, assortment optimization, merchandising, and promotional programs. • Track and manage KPIs including sales, margin, POS/sell-through, distribution, inventory, and promotional effectiveness; course-correct quickly based on performance. Retailer Relationship Management • Serve as the primary day-to-day owner of retailer relationships, including buyers, category management, demand planning/replenishment, and retail operations (e-commerce partners as needed). • Lead line reviews, QBRs, and regular business reviews, delivering clear, data-driven insights and recommendations. • Negotiate and secure outcomes in distribution, shelf placement, merchandising, and promotional support. • Represent the company with a high level of credibility, accountability, and commercial judgment. Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration • Drive alignment across internal partners including Product, Marketing, Finance, and Operations, influencing without formal authority. • Work closely with the overseas offline retail sales operations team on: • Forecasting and demand planning • Inventory and replenishment planning • Performance reporting and KPI tracking • Day-to-day execution and issue resolution • Establish clear operating cadence, workflows, and KPIs across time zones. Qualifications Required • 5+ years of experience managing offline retail key accounts across major national retailers (e.g., Walmart, Target, PetSmart, or comparable). • Proven success driving revenue growth and profitability through distribution expansion, assortment optimization, merchandising, and promotional execution. • Experience working directly with retailer buyers and demand planning / replenishment teams. • Strong analytical skills including POS/sell-through analysis, forecasting, inventory management, and performance reporting. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. • Ability to operate independently, manage ambiguity, and influence cross-functional and global stakeholders. • Comfortable collaborating across multiple time zones. Preferred • Experience managing omni-channel performance, including collaboration with retailer e-commerce teams. • Category experience in pet, durable goods, small appliances, consumer electronics, or connected devices. • Background from consumer brands, retailers, or manufacturer rep organizations. • Ability to understand Chinese (Mandarin) is a strong plus. Compensation • Your base salary will be within the range of $120,000 to $175,000 USD per year, paid in accordance with the Company’s standard payroll practices and subject to applicable withholdings. • The specific base salary offered is determined based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant experience, demonstrated skills and qualifications, internal equity, and current market conditions. • You may also be eligible to participate in the Company’s annual performance-based incentive program, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan in effect at the time of payout. Participation and any potential payout are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at the Company’s discretion.

Manage candidate pipelines, collaborate with startup founders, own recruiting lifecycle, and engage candidates. | Entry-level recruiting or customer service experience, willingness to learn, and ability to work remotely. | Exciting Entry-Level Recruiter/Sourcer Opportunity with a Fast-Growing Startup Recruiting Firm! Are you a recent college grad ready to jump into the fast-paced world of recruiting? Are you excited about helping innovative early-stage startups build strong, high-performing teams? If so, we’d love to meet you! We’re a small, dynamic recruiting startup with a passion for helping emerging tech companies find top-tier talent. We’re looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Recruiter/Sourcer/HR. If you’re a quick learner who loves problem-solving, taking initiative, and working independently, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career in recruiting! As an integral part of our team, you’ll receive the training and tools necessary to succeed. You’ll also have the opportunity to make a real impact by supporting our recruiting teams and working closely with startup Founders and CEOs to build their dream teams. What You'll Do: • Build & Manage Candidate Pipelines: Source and maintain a steady flow of qualified candidates for 2-3 early-stage startups, while also supporting and guiding other sourcers on the team. • Collaborate with Startup Founders & CEOs: Partner directly with leaders of emerging tech companies to understand their unique hiring needs and ensure a tailored approach. • Leverage Cutting-Edge Recruiting Tools: Learn and utilize our specialized software tools to uncover high-quality candidates and streamline the recruiting process. • Own the Recruiting Process: Take charge of the recruiting lifecycle, from sourcing to phone screens, while providing an exceptional experience for all candidates. • Engage with Candidates: Perform outreach through phone, email, and text to potential candidates, ensuring consistent follow-up and a smooth candidate journey. What We’re Looking For: • A People Person: You’ll be interacting with candidates and clients daily, so if you thrive in a customer-facing role, you’ll excel here. • A Willingness to Learn: Whether you’re a recent college grad with a near-complete degree or someone ready to dive into the recruiting world, we want someone who is eager to learn and grow. • Sales or Customer Service Experience: Bonus points if you’ve spent at least 6 months in a customer service or sales role, but we’re open to any experience that demonstrates your ability to engage and connect with people. • No Degree? No Problem: If you have strong customer service experience and a go-getter attitude, you’re a great fit! Location: This role is fully remote but based with someone from Texas, and we’re excited to work with candidates who have a self-starter mindset and can thrive in a remote environment. Why You'll Love Working With Us: • Growth & Development: We provide the training and resources you need to succeed and grow in your recruiting career. • Work with Innovative Startups: Play a key role in helping startups scale by building strong teams from the ground up. • Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the success of our clients and the startups we support. If you’re ready to take on new challenges, work with dynamic companies, and build an incredible recruiting career, apply today!