Staff Backend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Staff Backend Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Staff Backend Engineers who are excited about building scalable, high-performance systems at early-stage startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about building backend architectures, APIs, and scalable distributed systems
✔ Excited about joining early-stage startups and working on high-performance backend infrastructure
✔ Experienced in optimizing databases, building cloud-native applications, and scaling backend systems
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain high-performance backend services
Develop scalable APIs, microservices, and cloud architectures
Optimize databases, caching layers, and event-driven architectures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define backend strategy and align it with business goals
Ensure backend systems are secure, fault-tolerant, and cost-efficient
Establish best practices for software development, DevOps, and system monitoring
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many staff backend engineering roles in our network look for:
5+ years of experience in backend development, with a track record of building scalable systems
Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI, Spring Boot)
Strong experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong coding skills in Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: Python, Golang, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), Ruby, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Ruby on Rails, Spring Boot
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (Cloud Run, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future backend engineering roles in our portfolio.
Staff Backend Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Staff Backend Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Staff Backend Engineers who are excited about building scalable, high-performance systems at early-stage startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about building backend architectures, APIs, and scalable distributed systems
✔ Excited about joining early-stage startups and working on high-performance backend infrastructure
✔ Experienced in optimizing databases, building cloud-native applications, and scaling backend systems
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain high-performance backend services
Develop scalable APIs, microservices, and cloud architectures
Optimize databases, caching layers, and event-driven architectures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define backend strategy and align it with business goals
Ensure backend systems are secure, fault-tolerant, and cost-efficient
Establish best practices for software development, DevOps, and system monitoring
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many staff backend engineering roles in our network look for:
5+ years of experience in backend development, with a track record of building scalable systems
Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI, Spring Boot)
Strong experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong coding skills in Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: Python, Golang, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), Ruby, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Ruby on Rails, Spring Boot
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (Cloud Run, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future backend engineering roles in our portfolio.
Founding Backend Software Engineer (Senior/Staff) - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Founding Back-end Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Founding Backend Engineers who are excited about building scalable, high-performance systems at early-stage startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about backend architecture and scalable distributed systems
✔ Excited about joining early-stage startups and working directly with founders
✔ Interested in building APIs, microservices, and cloud infrastructure
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain backend systems with a focus on scalability and performance
Develop high-performance APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures
Optimize databases and data pipelines for reliability and efficiency
Collaborate with founders to define technical strategy and align it with business goals
Ensure backend infrastructure is secure, fault-tolerant, and cost-efficient
Establish best practices for software development, DevOps, and infrastructure management
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many founding backend engineering roles in our network look for:
3+ years of experience as a backend engineer, with a proven track record of shipping production systems
Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI, Spring Boot)
Strong understanding of databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis) and data modeling
Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
Experience in early-stage startups or lean teams is a plus
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: Python, Golang, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), Ruby, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Ruby on Rails, Spring Boot
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (Cloud Run, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future backend engineering roles in our portfolio.
Principal Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Principal Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Principal Front-End, Back-End, and Full Stack Engineers who are excited about driving technical strategy, shaping architecture, and building scalable full stack applications at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about architecting scalable, high-performance full stack applications
✔ Excited to lead technical decision-making and mentor engineering teams
✔ Experienced in designing end-to-end systems, from modern front-end UIs to robust back-end services
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Define and drive technical architecture, best practices, and full stack development strategy
Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications across the front-end and back-end
Develop APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions to support large-scale applications
Optimize performance, security, and reliability across the application stack
Work closely with founders, product managers, and engineering teams to align business and technology goals
Establish and lead code review, testing, and deployment best practices
Mentor and guide senior engineers, fostering a strong engineering culture
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many principal full stack engineering roles in our network look for:
8+ years of experience in full stack development, with a strong record of technical leadership
Expertise in front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte) and back-end frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI)
Strong experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with distributed systems, high-availability architectures, and event-driven designs
Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Go, or Java
Strong background in CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code tools
Experience in mentoring engineers and leading large-scale technical projects
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte, Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (App Engine, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future full stack engineering roles in our portfolio.
Founding Backend Software Engineer (Senior/Staff) - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Founding Back-end Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Founding Backend Engineers who are excited about building scalable, high-performance systems at early-stage startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about backend architecture and scalable distributed systems
✔ Excited about joining early-stage startups and working directly with founders
✔ Interested in building APIs, microservices, and cloud infrastructure
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain backend systems with a focus on scalability and performance
Develop high-performance APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures
Optimize databases and data pipelines for reliability and efficiency
Collaborate with founders to define technical strategy and align it with business goals
Ensure backend infrastructure is secure, fault-tolerant, and cost-efficient
Establish best practices for software development, DevOps, and infrastructure management
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many founding backend engineering roles in our network look for:
3+ years of experience as a backend engineer, with a proven track record of shipping production systems
Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI, Spring Boot)
Strong understanding of databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis) and data modeling
Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
Experience in early-stage startups or lean teams is a plus
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: Python, Golang, Java, JavaScript (Node.js), Ruby, Django, Flask, FastAPI, Ruby on Rails, Spring Boot
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (Cloud Run, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future backend engineering roles in our portfolio.
Founding Full Stack Software Engineer (Senior/Staff) - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Founding Full Stack Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Full Stack Engineers who are excited about joining high-growth startups as founding team members. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about building and scaling software products from the ground up
✔ Excited about joining early-stage startups and working directly with founders
✔ Interested in taking ownership of full stack development, technical strategy, and architecture
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain full stack applications, from intuitive front-end interfaces to scalable back-end systems
Develop APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures to power innovative products
Collaborate closely with founders to define technical strategy and align it with business goals
Contribute to the technical roadmap, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code across the stack
Help shape the engineering culture, establishing best practices for software development
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many founding software engineering roles in our network look for:
3+ years of experience as a full stack or back-end engineer, with a track record of shipping high-quality products
Proficiency with modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails)
Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
Proficiency in common programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, Ruby, Go, or TypeScript
Experience in early-stage startups or lean teams is a plus
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte, Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (App Engine, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future full stack software engineering roles in our portfolio.
Staff Full Stack Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Staff Full Stack Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Staff Full Stack Engineers who are excited about joining high-growth startups as key contributors to product and engineering teams. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about building and scaling web applications across the full stack
✔ Excited about collaborating across frontend, backend, and infrastructure teams
✔ Experienced in developing APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications, from front-end interfaces to scalable backend systems
Build APIs, microservices, and cloud-based services that power innovative products
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across the stack
Work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to align technical strategy with business goals
Optimize applications for scalability, performance, and security
Establish best practices for code quality, testing, and CI/CD
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many staff full stack engineering roles in our network look for:
5+ years of experience in full stack development, with a strong track record of shipping products
Proficiency with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte)
Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI)
Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Proficiency in relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
Strong coding skills in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Go, or Java
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte, Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (App Engine, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future full stack engineering roles in our portfolio.
Staff Full Stack Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Staff Full Stack Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Staff Full Stack Engineers who are excited about joining high-growth startups as key contributors to product and engineering teams. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about building and scaling web applications across the full stack
✔ Excited about collaborating across frontend, backend, and infrastructure teams
✔ Experienced in developing APIs, microservices, and cloud-based architectures
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications, from front-end interfaces to scalable backend systems
Build APIs, microservices, and cloud-based services that power innovative products
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across the stack
Work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to align technical strategy with business goals
Optimize applications for scalability, performance, and security
Establish best practices for code quality, testing, and CI/CD
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many staff full stack engineering roles in our network look for:
5+ years of experience in full stack development, with a strong track record of shipping products
Proficiency with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte)
Expertise in backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI)
Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Proficiency in relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools
Strong coding skills in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Go, or Java
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte, Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (App Engine, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future full stack engineering roles in our portfolio.
Principal Software Engineer - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Principal Software Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Engineering talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Principal Front-End, Back-End, and Full Stack Engineers who are excited about driving technical strategy, shaping architecture, and building scalable full stack applications at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for engineers who are:
✔ Passionate about architecting scalable, high-performance full stack applications
✔ Excited to lead technical decision-making and mentor engineering teams
✔ Experienced in designing end-to-end systems, from modern front-end UIs to robust back-end services
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Define and drive technical architecture, best practices, and full stack development strategy
Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications across the front-end and back-end
Develop APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions to support large-scale applications
Optimize performance, security, and reliability across the application stack
Work closely with founders, product managers, and engineering teams to align business and technology goals
Establish and lead code review, testing, and deployment best practices
Mentor and guide senior engineers, fostering a strong engineering culture
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many principal full stack engineering roles in our network look for:
8+ years of experience in full stack development, with a strong record of technical leadership
Expertise in front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte) and back-end frameworks (Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI)
Strong experience with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with distributed systems, high-availability architectures, and event-driven designs
Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Go, or Java
Strong background in CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code tools
Experience in mentoring engineers and leading large-scale technical projects
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, React, Angular, Vue.js, Svelte, Node.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails, FastAPI
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS), GCP (App Engine, Firestore), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Other Tools: GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future full stack engineering roles in our portfolio.
Principal AI/ML Engineer - VC Backed Startups
Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Principal AI/ML Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups
🛑 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.
At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.
We’re looking to connect with exceptional Principal AI/ML Engineers who are excited about driving AI strategy, advancing machine learning research, and scaling AI-powered systems at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.
Who Should Join?
We’re looking for AI/ML experts who are:
✔ Passionate about developing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning and deep learning models
✔ Experienced in architecting scalable AI systems and leading technical teams
✔ Excited to push the boundaries of AI research and apply it to real-world business challenges
Typical Roles & Responsibilities
Architect, develop, and optimize machine learning and deep learning models for production systems
Research and apply state-of-the-art AI methodologies, including LLMs, transformers, and reinforcement learning
Lead AI strategy, identifying opportunities for innovation and model optimization
Develop scalable training and inference pipelines for AI-powered applications
Work closely with engineering, data, and product teams to integrate AI/ML into business solutions
Optimize ML models for efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in real-world deployments
Ensure robust MLOps practices, including model monitoring, retraining, and deployment automation
Collaborate on AI/ML research publications, patents, and open-source contributions
Common Qualifications
While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many Principal AI/ML Engineer roles in our network look for:
8+ years of experience in AI/ML, deep learning, or applied AI
Expertise in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX, Hugging Face Transformers)
Strong background in computer vision, NLP, generative AI, or reinforcement learning
Experience developing scalable AI pipelines, data processing workflows, and distributed training systems
Familiarity with big data tools (Apache Spark, Kafka, Hadoop) and MLOps platforms (MLflow, TFX, SageMaker)
Deep understanding of LLMs, transformer architectures, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines
Experience with model quantization, fine-tuning, and optimization for performance
Strong knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
A track record of technical leadership, mentoring, and driving AI innovation
💡 Technologies You Might Work With:
Languages & Frameworks: Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX, Hugging Face Transformers
MLOps & Data Pipelines: MLflow, Kubeflow, TFX, Apache Spark, Airflow, Ray
Cloud & Deployment: AWS SageMaker, GCP Vertex AI, Azure ML, Kubernetes, Docker
Big Data & Storage: Apache Kafka, Hadoop, BigQuery, Snowflake, Redis, NoSQL databases
Model Optimization: ONNX, TensorRT, pruning, quantization, distillation
What Happens Next?
Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.
We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.
If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.
No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future AI/ML roles in our portfolio.
The full posting opens here — pay, setting and the full description, without leaving the list.