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Who is Recruiting from Scratch: Recruiting from Scratch is a specialized talent firm dedicated to helping companies build exceptional teams. We partner closely with our clients to deeply understand their needs, then connect them with top-tier candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right fit for the company’s culture and vision. Our mission is simple: place the best people in the right roles to drive long-term success for both clients and candidates. https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/ Title of Role: Full-stack Software Engineer Location : San Francisco, CA, or New York, New York onsite Company Stage of Funding: Series C — Software Development Office Type: Onsite Salary: $150k -$400k + Equity Company Description We're representing a dynamic AI-powered hiring platform that is redefining how talent is matched with opportunity. This company operates at the intersection of AI and labor markets, developing technology that precisely surfaces the right candidates for the right roles. The team is dedicated to building systems that push the boundaries of AI capabilities, creating impactful solutions for leading AI organizations. What You Will Do Design and implement scalable backend APIs and services that support a high-traffic production platform. Collaborate across the full stack with product and design teams to rapidly ship new features. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that enhances team productivity. Engage in code reviews and design discussions to continuously elevate code quality. Tackle real-world customer challenges under practical constraints, ensuring solutions are effective and efficient. Contribute to systems that empower major AI organizations to train and evaluate their models. Ideal Candidate Background 5+ years of experience in shipping and maintaining production systems at scale. Proven ability to excel in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a strong sense of ownership. Deep curiosity and problem-solving skills, favoring simple solutions to complex challenges. Excellent communication skills, able to convey technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences. Preferred Experience working with large language models (LLMs) or leading projects in AI/ML infrastructure. Background in top-tier tech companies or fast-scaling startups, with a focus on ownership and initiative. Contributions to open-source projects or personal projects that demonstrate a passion for technology.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.