Focus AI Looking for Associate Software Engineer at New York, NY Full Time

Focus AI is transforming engineering productivity through intelligent automation. Our AI-native platform serves a dual purpose: empowering engineers to focus on high-impact work by automating routine tasks, while providing managers with actionable insights to drive strategic alignment and team success.

Led by proven leaders from top-tier institutions (Harvard, Stanford) and industry giants (Microsoft, Salesforce, Palantir), we’re building sophisticated tools that eliminate unnecessary meetings, streamline workflows, and deliver smart task prioritization. Our platform reduces time-to-execution, enhances visibility across engineering operations, and ensures daily activities align with strategic objectives.

We’re seeking a passionate Associate Software Engineer who lives and breathes AI/ML to join our core team. As an early member of Focus AI, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of engineering productivity while working with cutting-edge AI technologies.

What You’ll Do

• Shape Core AI Systems: You’ll design and implement backend services that power our AI-driven automation platform
• Drive Technical Innovation: Collaborate with our ML team to develop and deploy new AI features that enhance engineering productivity while working directly with cutting-edge language models
• Build for Scale: Create robust, scalable backend systems that process and analyze large volumes of engineering data with high reliability
• Define the Future: Contribute to key technical decisions that will shape our product’s architecture and direction while working closely with our experienced leadership team

You Bring

• Strong Backend Foundation: 0-2 years of software development experience with emphasis on backend development. Proficient in Python, comfortable with both SQL and NoSQL databases, and experienced with AWS services and RESTful APIs
• AI/ML Passion: Deep enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and practical experience with AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar). Personal projects or contributions to AI/ML open-source projects are a plus
• Technical Toolkit: Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker). Familiarity with MLOps practices and working with large language models is highly valued
• Growth Mindset: Thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate quick learning with new technologies, and show initiative in tackling complex challenges
• Clear Communication: Ability to articulate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Self-Starter Attitude: Excel in both independent work and collaborative settings, with a drive to own projects from conception to deployment

Promise To You

• A Seat at the Table: You’re joining us early and will have a chance to shape the direction of the company. Your voice matters here.
• World-Class Support: Backed by top-tier investors and an experienced founding team, you’ll have the resources and guidance to make bold moves.
• Comprehensive Rewards: Competitive compensation, significant equity stake, exceptional benefits, and a commitment to your personal and professional growth.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will help build a generational company that redefines an industry and positively impacts millions of lives.

This is an opportunity to help shape a revolutionary platform in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you’re excited by the chance to build AI solutions that redefine how engineers and managers work, let’s build!