Staff Software Engineer

Truewind is an IT company that provides AI-powered bookkeeping and finance software.

Location: San Francisco, CA
Company size: 10–100
Posted: 1mo ago
Via: Yc

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Job listing · Updated 21 AUG 2026

Staff Software Engineer

Truewind· San Francisco, CA, USView company profile

Job title: Staff Software Engineer
Job location: San Francisco, CA, US
Job listing URL: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/truewind/jobs/0naXaQ1-staff-software-engineer
Job description: --- ### **Calling all full-stack software engineers** --- We’re looking for an exceptional full-stack engineer to join us as a early team member. Truewind is changing the way accountants and financial analysts work by building AI-native workflows. We’re developing cutting-edge AI technology that simplifies bookkeeping, financial reporting, and decision-making, providing finance teams and companies with the insights they need to succeed. The senior full-stack software engineer is multifaceted; you will be instrumental in shaping both the technical and culture foundations of our company. You’ll need to feel comfortable going outside your comfort zone and enjoy wearing many different hats. Strong experience building web applications is essential; if you've built them from scratch, that's even better. Lastly, we want you to join us in San Francisco. We believe building in-person is a 10x multiplier for the company and we hope you’ll join us here. Our HQ is the Financial District in San Francisco (more details on the [home page](https://www.notion.so/Truewind-is-hiring-14fef79adac6424e95eb99b2560a017b?pvs=21)). --- ### **Responsibilities** --- * Architect and develop software solutions that leverages AI technology to reimagine traditional bookkeeping and finance processes. * Collaborate with fellow team members to define our vision, strategy, and product roadmap. * Build and manage the technical infrastructure required to support our services, including databases, servers, and APIs. * Ensure the security, privacy, and compliance of our technology and data. * Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and finance to continually improve our product offerings. * Lead and mentor a team of engineers, data scientists, and developers as the startup grows. * Collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer service teams to ensure a seamless customer experience and drive user adoption. --- ### **Experience that will help** --- * Proven experience in software development and building work-class software products. * 11+ years experience in building web applications using javascript/typescript and frameworks such as Express.js/Nest.js/Next.js. * 11+ years experience in working with relational databases such as MySQL or Postgres. * Strong experience in building data-intensive, distributed systems. * Experience in building web front-end using React.js / Vue.js and Material UI. * Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills. Strong ability to operate autonomously. * Familiar with the rhythm and pace of early stage startups; OK with the level of ambiguity that often comes at this stage. * A passion for innovation and a desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of entrepreneurs. * Previous founder experience is strongly preferred. * Experience in building LLM applications using OpenAI API and vector databases is strongly preferred. --- ### **Compensation and Benefits** --- * Learnings of how best to build a product from 0 to 1. * Learnings of how to run an early-stage startup. * Opportunity to grow your career together with the company. * Competitive salary and significant equity. * Health, dental and vision insurance. * Off-site events in SF and NYC twice a year! ---

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