Software Engineer (Early Career)
Join Lightfield as a Software Engineer to build innovative AI product experiences in a fast-paced startup environment.
Posted by employer 3 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 11 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
AI in the day-to-day
Lightfield learns from how companies actually work, adapting and automating insights that drive growth.
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this early career role, the software engineer at Lightfield will focus on building and maintaining full-stack features that enhance the company's innovative AI-driven CRM platform. Proficiency in TypeScript, React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL is essential, along with a strong foundation in software engineering principles. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is eager to contribute to a collaborative team while mentoring peers. Lightfield's rapid growth and commitment to redefining CRM systems make it an exciting place for aspiring engineers.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Lightfield's careers page November 6, 2026.
- TypeScript appears in 25.8% of 66 comparable junior ai/ml roles; PostgreSQL appears in 3% of 66 comparable junior ai/ml roles.
Quick facts
- Is the Software Engineer (Early Career) role remote?
- It's hybrid — Lightfield expects some on-site time in HQ: San Francisco.
- Where is the role based?
- Lightfield is hiring for this position in HQ: San Francisco.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Apollo GraphQL, Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL, React, TypeScript.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Lightfield targets junior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Software Engineer (Early Career) role at Lightfield.
From the original posting
About the role
We’re looking for a creative, and versatile engineer who is eager to tackle the challenge of building scaled, performant features and systems that deliver exceptionally innovative AI product experiences.
At Lightfield, engineers take ownership of projects from inception to impact, collaborating across functions and pushing the envelope on what’s possible in applied AI systems development. You’ll work alongside a talented team to deliver industry-leading solutions and contribute to Lightfield product and technical vision
What you'll do
Collaborate with product leaders to identify customer problems, scope requirements, and implement solutions.
Build and maintain full-stack product features and systems, end-to-end, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance.
Develop observability and metrics to enable smooth operation, proactive issue detection, and continuous improvement.
Mentor teammates, participate in code reviews, and help shape engineering culture and practices.
Contribute to building a world-class engineering team through recruiting, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing.
Who you are
You’re excited about Large Language Models (LLMs) and the opportunity to build systems that support and leverage them.
You have the ability to ramp quickly on tech stack that features TypeScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, Apollo GraphQL, and PostgreSQL.
Strong fundamentals in software engineering, with a degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Thrives in ambiguity, able to independently drive projects and deliver results in a fast-moving environment.
Clear communicator, capable of articulating technical decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Passionate about building products customers love, ensuring our CRM is intuitive, intelligent, and indispensable.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary
Meaningful early equity
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
3 weeks of PTO
3 months of paid family leave
Wednesdays work from home
Regular team dinners, events, offsites, and retreats
401k plan
Other perks include: commuter and lunch stipend
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