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# Ex YC Founder - BE Engineer (SF) at Pragmatike

- **Company:** Pragmatike
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-06-16
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/pragmatike/df260ad6-9e3a-4905-aa9a-fe5f91a78812/application

**Skills:** TypeScript, Backend development, Scalable APIs, Distributed systems, Cloud-native applications, Databases, Data modeling, System architecture, Real-time systems, Event-driven architectures, Asynchronous processing, Edge computing, Serverless architectures, Distributed platforms, AI-powered products, LLM infrastructure, Agent-based systems, Observability, Monitoring, Tracing

> Pragmatike is partnering with a YC-backed AI startup to hire a Senior Full Stack Engineer with a strong backend focus. The role involves designing scalable systems, building APIs, and collaborating with founders to shape the technical foundation of next-generation AI products.

## Job description

Location: San Francisco, CA (Onsite) Start Date: ASAP Employment Type: Full-time Relocation Assistance and Visa Sponsorship: Can be discussed with our HR team during the first interview.

## ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Pragmatike is partnering with a YC-backed AI technology start-up building ambitious products at the intersection of software, intelligence, and developer tooling.

We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer with a strong backend focus who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys taking ownership of complex technical systems from architecture through production. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep backend expertise with product-minded engineering and enjoys solving challenging infrastructure and scalability problems.

You'll work closely with founders, engineering leaders, and product teams to build the systems that power next-generation AI products, helping shape both the technical foundation and future direction of the platform.

## WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs powering core product functionality.
- Develop and ship full-stack features from backend services through to customer-facing interfaces.
- Build reliable infrastructure that supports high-performance, real-time applications.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and leadership teams to define and deliver new capabilities.
- Design systems that scale efficiently as product usage and complexity grow.
- Improve platform reliability, observability, monitoring, and operational tooling.
- Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term technical strategy.
- Optimize performance, security, and developer experience across the platform.
- Help establish engineering best practices and contribute to a strong culture of technical excellence.

## WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Strong backend engineering experience building and operating production systems.
- Advanced proficiency with TypeScript and modern backend development practices.
- Experience building scalable APIs, distributed systems, and cloud-native applications.
- Strong understanding of databases, data modeling, and system architecture.
- Experience working with real-time systems, event-driven architectures, or asynchronous processing.
- Ability to operate independently and thrive in ambiguous environments.
- Strong problem-solving skills and systems-thinking mindset.
- Excellent communication skills and collaborative approach to engineering.

## NICE TO HAVE

- Experience with edge computing, serverless architectures, or distributed platforms.
- Exposure to AI-powered products, LLM infrastructure, or agent-based systems.
- Experience designing highly available systems that support significant scale.
- Familiarity with observability, monitoring, tracing, and incident management practices.
- Experience in startup or high-growth environments.
- Full-stack experience building customer-facing product features.
- Experience helping establish engineering standards in early-stage teams.

WHY JOIN?

This is an opportunity to join a highly ambitious team solving complex technical challenges while building products used by a rapidly growing customer base.

You'll have significant ownership, direct access to decision-makers, meaningful influence on architecture and product direction, and the opportunity to work alongside exceptional engineers in a collaborative onsite environment.

Pragmatike is committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment process. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

In accordance with GDPR, your personal data will be processed lawfully, fairly, and securely, and used solely for recruitment purposes, including sharing it with our client(s) for employment consideration. You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data at any time. We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your information throughout the recruitment process.

## About Pragmatike

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Pragmatike is a remote tech recruitment platform that connects businesses with vetted software engineers, data specialists, and IT professionals across 60+ countries, promising hires within 48 hours.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped/early-stage; no disclosed funding rounds)
- **Headquarters**: Paris, France (with offices in San Francisco, CA, USA and presence in UAE, Armenia, Turkey)
- **Founded**: 2022
- **Founders**: Grégoire Clement (Co-Founder & CEO), Mathias Guigui (COO & Co-Founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: IT Services and IT Consulting / Talent Recruitment
- **Target customers**: Remote-first companies of all sizes – from startups and scaleups to large enterprises – primarily in SaaS and Fintech, but open to all industries (excluding defense, medical, weaponry)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Simplify IT talent recruitment … score top remote developers and tech professionals. Easy peasy!”

## Products & Services
- **Recruitment-as-a-Service**: End-to-end hiring process with human-picked vetting (no AI screening). Clients submit requirements, get matched within 48 hours, and receive a dedicated personal manager for the duration of the engagement.
- **International Payroll & Compliance Management**: Handles contracts, IP protection, and local labor law compliance for remote hires across 100+ countries.
- **Talent Pool Access**: Database of 50K+ candidates globally; specializes in niche technologies (AS400, Erlang, Scala, Elixir, cybersecurity, IoT, ML) as well as standard stacks (React, Node, Python, Swift, etc.).
- **Roles Covered**: Full-stack developers, data engineers, mobile developers, DevOps, product managers, marketing, finance, sales – all fully remote.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Reports 10,000+ vetted specialists in network; trusted by 50+ brands; currently posting 283 active job openings
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No investors disclosed; client logos not individually named but described as “unicorns, small businesses, large enterprises”
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Year-over-year job postings growth: **+1079.2%**
  - Operates in 60+ countries
  - Stages talent in 2 offices (Paris, San Francisco) with remote workforce spanning 20+ locations

## Competitive Advantages
- **100% Remote DNA**: The company was built for remote hiring, focusing on international talent – unlike traditional local staffing agencies.
- **Human Vetting, No Fake AI**: Claims a rigorous human selection process (communication, English proficiency, technical test, client validation) rather than automated screening.
- **Speed**: Guaranteed match within 48 hours; trial period offered at €0.
- **Cost Advantage**: 30–50% cheaper than local market rates for freelance developers, with no hidden fees.
- **Flexible, Project-Based Pricing**: No subscriptions or packages; pricing per hour (€31–€59) tailored to client budget.
- **Niche Expertise**: Able to source rare specialists (AS400, Erlang, etc.) often inaccessible via traditional channels.

## Strategic Focus
- **Global Expansion**: Growing presence in EMEA, UAE, and Americas; actively posting jobs across time zones.
- **Quality Over Quantity**: Emphasizes human-curated matches over automated algorithms.
- **SaaS & Fintech Concentration**: Primary verticals, while remaining industry-agnostic for broader reach.
- **Cost Leadership**: Maintaining price advantage to undercut larger competitors like Toptal or Upwork.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as a “young startup” that “pampers clients like bees nurturing honey” – high-touch, service-oriented environment.
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Fully remote operations; employees work from physical offices in Paris or San Francisco as needed, but the company is built for remote work.
- **Team**: Small team of ~7 employees (down 25% YoY, likely due to strategic refocus), with HR as the largest department (33%).
- **Growth Opportunity**: Working at a fast-growing platform that tripled job postings in a year offers exposure to global tech talent markets and recruitment ops.
- **Perks**: Not explicitly listed, but flexible, project-based environment with international exposure.

## Sources
1. [pragmatike.com](https://www.pragmatike.com/)
2. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/pragmatikee)
3. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/pragmatike)
4. [jobs.ashbyhq.com](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/pragmatike)
5. [pragmatike.com/business](https://www.pragmatike.com/business)

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