A well-funded AI startup, backed by the renowned accelerator and VC that helped launch Airbnb, DoorDash, Dropbox, Instacart, and many other household names, is seeking a backend engineer to scale its AI-native platform from its Leuven hub. Huge growth potential, strong runway, and plenty of room to make an impact.
Key Responsibilities
Design and ship scalable backend features with TypeScript, Node.js, and Next.js .
Boost system performance to support a rapidly growing user base.
Contribute to product-refinement sessions, shaping both what is built and how it’s delivered.
Thrive in a supportive, high-velocity environment that values learning and ownership.
Skills & Experience
~ Master’s degree in IT / Computer Science / Software Engineering.
~2+ years of professional backend development.
~ Strong problem-solving skills and pragmatic architecture decisions.
~ Growth mindset; bonus for hands-on work with AI prompt engineering or model fine-tuning.
What’s Offered
Competitive salary plus generous stock options.
Direct impact on cutting-edge AI products.
High ownership within an ambitious, fast-scaling team.
Flexible hybrid setup (aiming for three office days per week).
Team dinners, sports activities, and international off-sites.