Founding Design Engineer
Capy, San Francisco, California
- Pay
- $150K–$250K / year
- Work type
- Not stated
- Level
- Not stated
- Area
- Software engineering
- Posted
- Jan 29, 2025
About the role
At Capy, we're building the future of Software Development
Capy is the world’s first AI Software Engineer that lives natively in the cloud.
As a growing team backed by tier-1 VCs, angels, and Y Combinator, we are seeking talented, driven engineers to join us in our mission.
The Role:
As our first design hire, you’ll own everything from product UX to brand expression. You’ll be working hands-on with engineers, users, and leadership to translate complex AI infrastructure into experiences that feel approachable, powerful, and magical.
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary and equity package
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Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Flexible (Unlimited) Paid Time Off
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Work on bleeding edge AI products
Requirements:
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Minimum of 1 year full-time design/engineering experience
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Proficiency with Figma and design systems
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Ability to prototype in code (React/Next.js or similar)
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Strong product sense and track record of driving outcomes
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Excellent communication skills
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High ownership
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Love shipping quickly and being in fast-paced environment
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Bonus points if you're active on X!
We are looking for visionaries ready to reshape the future of work. If you're passionate about creating transformative products and want to be at the forefront of AI, we want to hear from you.
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