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Founding Engineer - Abacus

OodleSan FranciscoAbacus
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
1 Dec 2025
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Frontdesk AI is looking for a Founding Engineer to lead and expand the core machine learning engine for Abacus in San Francisco. This full-time position suits a driven developer with early-stage experience who wants to build AI-powered back-office automation for accounting firms.

Abacus transforms traditional accounting operations through intelligent automation, combining advanced optical character recognition and large language models. Operating as a lean startup backed by leading investors and enterprise clients, the organization offers an environment of high autonomy. The selected candidate will report directly to the co-founders and work on-site five days a week from the San Francisco office, taking charge of technical and product direction from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Direct the growth and scaling of the machine learning document extraction engine utilizing large language models and optical character recognition.
Design robust backend systems prioritizing scalability and performance.
Deliver brand-new automation features designed specifically for tax and accounting enterprises.
Partner directly with the founders to align technical execution with user requirements.
Establish foundational engineering culture and contribute to long-term technical roadmaps.

Requirements

Possess one to five years of professional background, preferably within fast-paced or early-stage settings.
Demonstrate proficiency in backend engineering, specifically using Python.
Show a proven history as a zero-to-one builder through personal side projects, startup involvement, or similar initiatives.
Commit to working full-time in person from the San Francisco office five days a week.
Complete a technical take-home assignment as part of the evaluation process.

Nice to Have

Background working with large language models, optical character recognition, or data extraction platforms.
Familiarity with artificial intelligence infrastructure or evaluation frameworks.

Skills and Tools

Python
Large Language Models (LLMs)
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
Backend Architecture
Scalable Infrastructure

Salary and Benefits

Substantial equity ownership stake in a rapid-growth enterprise.
Comprehensive top-tier health insurance coverage.
Provided daily lunches and access to an in-office barista.
Direct influence over product trajectory and engineering team culture.

About the Company

Frontdesk AI builds cutting-edge back-office automation technology tailored for the accounting industry. The Abacus platform utilizes sophisticated optical character recognition and large language models to remove repetitive workflows for accounting teams. Supported by prominent investors, the company collaborates with major enterprise clients while maintaining a small, high-impact team culture.

How to Apply

Candidates should visit the official Frontdesk AI careers page to submit an application for this opportunity.

Skills and tech stack

Python

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This role is based in San Francisco, requiring the candidate to work from the office five days a week.

What programming language is required?

Strong backend development skills, particularly in Python, are required for this position.

How much experience do applicants need?

Applicants should have between one and five years of experience, ideally in high-ownership or early-stage environments.

What benefits and perks are included?

The position offers significant equity, top-tier health insurance, daily lunches, and an in-office barista.

Is a technical assessment part of the hiring process?

Yes, candidates must complete a technical take-home exercise as part of the evaluation procedure.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Oodle careers page.

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