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Founding backend engineer

Dublin
Ahoy
Engineer
Posted: 27 March
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Join our founding team to build the technical foundation of an AI-native CRM. Perfect for ambitious early-career engineers ready to make a massive impact.About AhoyThe CRM industry is undergoing its most significant transformation in 25 years. While Salesforce and HubSpot retrofit AI onto legacy architectures, we're building the collaborative AI-native CRM from first principles.As a Founding Backend Engineer, you'll be among the first engineers to shape our technical DNA. You'll work directly with our founding team to build systems that transform customer relationship management from static data storage into intelligent systems-of-action.The RoleThis is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious early-career engineer to gain founding team experience. You'll work alongside senior engineers to build core backend systems for an AI-native CRM that handles real customer interactions from day one.You'll contribute to everything from API design and database architecture to AI integration and workflow automation. This role offers accelerated learning, direct mentorship from experienced engineers, and the chance to own significant features in a high-growth startup.Core ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain RESTful APIs using modern Python frameworksDesign and implement database schemas for customer data and AI workflowsIntegrate with third-party APIs and servicesWrite comprehensive tests and documentationAI IntegrationWork with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic) to power intelligent featuresBuild systems for prompt management and AI response handlingContribute to RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) implementationsParticipate in architectural decisions with senior team membersOwn end-to-end feature development with mentorshipContribute to engineering culture and best practicesInterface with customers to understand technical requirementsTechnical Requirements1-3 years of backend development experienceStrong proficiency in Python and web frameworks (Django or Flask)Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL)Understanding of REST API design and implementationFamiliarity with Git, testing frameworks, and CI/CD conceptsComputer Science degree or equivalent practical experienceNice to HaveExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)Exposure to AI/ML projects or LLM integrationsKnowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestrationExperience with message queues (Redis, RabbitMQ) or event streamingPrevious startup or fast-paced environment experienceWhat Makes You SuccessfulGrowth mindset: Eager to learn, take on new challenges, and level up quicklyOwnership mentality: Take pride in your work and responsibility for outcomesCollaboration: Work well with others and communicate technical concepts clearlyCustomer focus: Excited to build products that solve real problems for usersStartup energy: Thrive in fast-moving environments with changing prioritiesTechnical curiosity: Passionate about exploring new technologies, especially AIEquity: Equity providedLocation: Hybrid/DublinOur Tech Stack (Evolving)Python, Django, PostgreSQL, Redis, Docker, AWS, OpenAI/Anthropic APIs, React, TypeScriptReady to build the future of CRM?Send us your resume and tell us about a project you're proud of building.
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