About this role
Traba is hiring a Staff Software Engineer for Applied AI based in New York City, NY to build platform products that automate industrial supply chain operations. This position suits an experienced full-stack engineer who wants to join a founding team and lead architectural decisions involving AI agents.
Role Overview
Traba is expanding its AI agent suite to automate manual workflows for logistics providers, manufacturers, and industrial businesses. The Staff Software Engineer (Applied AI) will integrate frontier models and existing agents into the product stack to automate the staffing pipeline that sources, vets, matches, and places workers. This platform-engineering position involves owning core backend services, partnering with the CTO on architectural decisions, and scaling foundational infrastructure in New York City.
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About the Company
Traba builds the artificial intelligence operating system for the industrial supply chain, connecting warehouses, manufacturers, logistics providers, and workers. Starting with labor staffing, the company expanded its technology to help industrial businesses automate manual workflows, analyze data streams, and improve decision intelligence. The organization is backed by investors including Founders Fund, Khosla Ventures, and General Catalyst, and operates under core values focused on big thinking, strong work ethic, growth mindset, and customer obsession.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply on the official company careers page.
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What is the location of the Staff Software Engineer (Applied AI) role?
The position is located in New York City, NY.
What is the salary range for this position?
The compensation range is set between $240,000 and $300,000, along with start-up equity between 0.13% and 0.24%.
How many years of experience are required?
Candidates must have 7+ years of experience with TypeScript/Node.js or Python, PostgreSQL, and messaging tools like Kafka or RabbitMQ.
Is AI experience mandatory for this role?
Experience building or integrating AI or LLM systems in production is listed as a plus rather than a strict requirement, though strong technical judgment is essential.
What benefits are provided to employees?
Benefits include 100% paid health, dental, and vision coverage, start-up equity, commuter benefits, Gympass, One Medical membership, Talkspace, HSA, and provided dinners for New York employees.