Founding Engineer

Kipsi

Applications Closed

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

San Francisco, California

Remote OK

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

As an early engineer, you will influence engineering, culture, product roadmap, architecture, and strategy while working directly with leadership to shape the platform. You will be expected to work across the entire stack, take ownership of key components, and execute quickly to convert designs into functional products.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Founding Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. The ideal candidate should have fluency in Typescript, Javascript, and React, coupled with strong communication skills and product intuition. This role offers the chance to influence the product roadmap and work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.

Job Description

Who We Are

Kipsi is a venture-backed bespoke technology platform for accounting firms looking to streamline and automate their client engagements. Our software helps firms of all sizes complete client engagements efficiently and effectively. Kipsi is based in the Bay Area but we are a remote-first company.

Kipsi is founded by product, accounting and engineering leaders with extensive software experience from companies like Apple, Netflix, Deloitte and BlackLine. We are passionate about using technology to improve the accounting profession and make the lives of accountants easier.

Kipsi is based in the Bay Area but we are a remote-first company. 

Who You Are

We are looking for a Founding Engineer to join our growing engineering team. As an early member of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to influence everything including engineering, culture, product roadmap, architecture and strategy. You will work directly with our CEO, CTO, and other engineers to influence every aspect of the platform.

You will be a great fit if you value:

  • Working across the entire stack using cutting edge frameworks and tools
  • Taking true ownership of your work and leading key components of product roadmap, design and development
  • Executing fast to quickly convert design into functional components
  • Growing professionally and learning every day

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
  • Fluency in Typescript, Javascript, React
  • Good product intuition and user empathy
  • Solid engineering fundamentals and passion for high quality code
  • Strong communication skills
  • Enjoy the fast pace of a startup and be able to work independently
  • Bonus: SQL, terraform, k8s, java, golang, cloud infrastructure knowledge

What We Offer

  • flexible work-from-home policy
  • Unlimited PTO + holidays
  • Comprehensive dental, vision and PPO health insurance
  • Brand new MacBook Pro
  • Salary & Equity
    • Competitive Compensation 
    • Founding Engineers receive significant and meaningful equity
  • Opportunities for all employees to grow in their career whether that is becoming a principal engineer, manager or founder of your own company.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Kipsi

Kipsi is a software platform that enables accounting firms to run their client engagements efficiently. Leveraging AI and automation, firms use Kipsi to manage client information requests and conduct comprehensive R&D tax credit studies with increased accuracy and faster turnaround time. Kipsi frees up valuable resources for firms to focus on what truly matters: delivering exceptional service and driving growth. Innovative firms like Aprio, Frazier & Deeter, Sensiba and Tanner use Kipsi to deliver exceptional digital client experiences at scale. Kipsi is based in the Bay Area but we are a remote-first company.

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