The Founding Full Stack Engineer will design user interfaces and backend systems, improve user experience, and manage integrations for an AI-native platform.
About Vantager
At Vantager, we're shaping the future of global capital allocation. We're building an AI-native platform that redefines how investors interact with private market financial data, areas traditionally challenged by unstructured data and limited regulation. We're on a high-growth trajectory, VC backed by world-class investors and unicorn fintech founders. Our platform is already empowering over 20 investment firms, collectively managing more than $100B in assets, to work faster through workflow automation and make smarter, data-driven decisions.
Our mission is bold, our technology cutting-edge, and our team is the driving force behind our success. We believe in the power of innovation, the importance of integrity, and the necessity of a collaborative environment. Our culture fosters creativity and encourages each individual to take ownership of their work. Here, every idea matters, and every contribution counts.
What we're looking for
Vantager is seeking a passionate and experienced Founding Full Stack Engineer. This role is perfect for a self-driven software engineer who's excited about building intuitive user interfaces and robust backend systems for AI-native applications. At Vantager, you'll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, tackling challenging problems and making a real impact.
If you're passionate about creating seamless user experiences, working with cutting-edge tech, and eager to grow in a dynamic environment, Vantager is the place for you. We're looking for independent and ambitious talent who are ready to push the boundaries of what's possible and redefine the investment landscape. Join us, and together, let's build something extraordinary.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement intuitive user interfaces for our platform using Next.js (React)
- Architect and develop robust backend systems to support our AI-native platform
- Take ownership of critical system components, from frontend to backend
- Implement advanced data tables, charting, and text streaming functionality
- Iterate on customer feedback to continuously improve user experience
- Integrate and optimize interactions with large language model APIs
Qualifications
- 3+ years of software engineering experience, with strong proficiency in our tech stack: TypeScript, Next.js (React), Python, FastAPI, and relational databases (MySQL/Postgres)
- Demonstrated expertise in building and deploying full-stack web applications
- Strong understanding of frontend design principles and modern UI/UX best practices
- Experience working with RESTful APIs and integrating third-party services
- Familiarity with AI concepts, including LLMs, RAG systems, and vector databases
- Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Bonus Points
- Degree from a top-tier university in Computer Science or a related field
- Experience in the finance, trading, or investment sectors
- Knowledge of data visualization libraries and techniques
- Contributions to open-source projects or personal side projects
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS), serverless architecture, and Docker
- Previous experience at a startup or small-mid sized company
Compensation
- $100k - $180k salary
- 0.5% - 1.5% equity
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