Senior Fullstack Engineer (JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js)

About Vana

Vana is at the forefront of the AI revolution, empowering individuals to control their data and democratizing innovation through a decentralized platform. Our mission is to enable people from all walks of life to safely store, manage, and utilize their data for personalized AI experiences, contributing to and benefiting from the technology they help to build.

From developers building with our API to everyday users setting up a mini-me, we build tools for our community to reclaim their data, craft deeply personalized AI experiences, and actively participate in the AI landscape. By fostering a network where personal data is stored safely, computing power is decentralized, and technology is democratized, we're not just envisioning a new future for AI; we're building it.

Role Overview

Vana is actively seeking a Senior Fullstack Engineer to join our dynamic team, focused on our core AI-driven consumer platform. This role is ideal for those who excel in creating robust, scalable features from the ground up and have a keen interest in leveraging data to enhance application performance. While familiarity with machine learning is appreciated, the focus of this position lies in full-stack development and the direct impact on our product's growth.

Responsibilities

• Feature Development: Spearhead the creation and refinement of features that are critical to our platform's success, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
• Technical Excellence: Maintain and enhance the codebase across the stack, focusing on efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborative Innovation: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate ideas into tangible outcomes, aligning closely with our product vision and user needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, GraphQL, and Postgres.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Low ego and a team player.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous software engineering experience (e.g., engineering internship).
• Keen interest in Web3, crypto, and/or emerging tech.
• Experience in product at a company like Google or Uber is great.
• Experience working with data or machine learning-based products.
• Experience building consumer products like TikTok.

What We Offer

We are building a foundational piece of the user-owned internet and would love for you to be a part of our team. We are a diverse group of driven, smart, and ambitious individuals, constantly challenging each other to grow, learn, and iterate faster. We are experts across our fields and experienced entrepreneurs looking to scale our success in something deeply mission-driven.

At Vana, we are big on collaboration and supporting each other to learn, grow, and excel in our individual pursuits. In addition to joining the Vana family, the successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary, plus equity in the company.
• A generous benefits package including health insurance, dental, and vision.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Unlimited PTO.