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Founding Engineer - Full-Stack (Python, FastAPI & React)
Benana HQSalem,Tamil Nadu, IN17 days ago
Job descriptionJoin as one of the first employees with significant equity upside Build features that will directly impact millions of students and educators Establish yourself as a key technical leader in a fast-growing startup Experience the full 0-to-1 journey of building a startup from scratch Create lasting impact on how educational institutions worldwide manage operations Own entire features and systems end-to-end Make technical decisions without layers of approval Experiment with cutting-edge technologies and approaches Build the engineering team and culture as we grow Have a direct voice in product, business, and strategic decisions Architect the platform : Design and build scalable backend systems using Python and FastAPI Build core features : Develop the FastConfig™ template system, AI integrations, and ERP modules Full-stack development : Create intuitive React interfaces connected to robust APIs Database architecture : Design schemas and optimize queries for PostgreSQL / MySQL AI / ML integration : Implement LLM capabilities using OpenAI, Anthropic, or open-source models Infrastructure : Set up CI / CD pipelines, deployment systems, and monitoring Code quality : Write comprehensive tests and establish engineering standards Performance : Optimize for speed, scalability, and reliability from the start Product decisions : Collaborate with founders on feature prioritization and roadmap Technical strategy : Make architectural choices that will scale with the company Hiring & mentoring : Help recruit and onboard future engineering team members Process building : Establish development workflows, code review practices, and documentation Stakeholder engagement : Work with early adopter schools to understand needs and gather feedback Community building : Help grow the open source community around Benana Builder mentality : You love creating things from scratch and seeing them come to life Ownership mindset : You take full responsibility for your work and its impact Adaptability : You thrive in ambiguity and can pivot quickly as needs evolve Strategic thinking : You consider long-term implications of technical decisions Mission alignment : You're passionate about democratizing education technology Self-direction : You can work independently and drive projects without micromanagement Communication : You articulate technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences Full-Stack Expertise : 1-2 years building production applications with Python and React (or comparable experience through substantial projects) Python & FastAPI : Strong proficiency in Python, async programming, and building high-performance APIs React Development : Deep understanding of modern React patterns, hooks, and state management Database Design : Experience with relational databases, SQL, and ORMs (SQLAlchemy, Tortoise ORM) API Architecture : RESTful design principles, authentication, and security best practices System Design : Ability to architect scalable systems and make infrastructure decisions Version Control : Expert with Git workflows and collaborative development Problem Solving : Strong algorithmic thinking and debugging capabilities Built 0-to-1 products or features, ideally in a startup environment Experience with TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) AI / ML integration or working with LLM APIs and prompt engineering Open source contributions or maintained projects Educational technology, SaaS, or B2B platform experience Led technical projects or mentored other developers Experience with testing frameworks (pytest, Jest, React Testing Library) Understanding of DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelines
Company : Benana - Free & Open Source AI ERP for Schools & Colleges
Location : Remote
Employment Type : Full-Time
Compensation : Competitive Salary + Significant Equity
Application Deadline : Rolling basis
Preferred Experience : 1 to 2 years
Tech Stack : Python, FastAPI & React
About Benana
Benana is revolutionizing educational technology with the world's first truly universal, AI-first school ERP platform. Built with Python and FastAPI for rapid development and featuring our revolutionary FastConfig™ technology, we're creating a new paradigm where any school or college worldwide can deploy enterprise-grade management software in just 10 minutes—completely free.
Benana operates as a non-profit organization, funded by sponsors who believe in democratizing educational technology. This sustainable funding model ensures we remain true to our mission while providing growth opportunities for our team as we secure additional sponsorships.
The Opportunity
We're seeking our first Founding Engineer to join the core team and help build Benana from the ground up. This is not just a developer role—you'll be a key early team member with significant influence over technical direction, product strategy, and company culture.
As a Founding Engineer, you'll work directly with the founders to architect the entire platform, make critical technical and product decisions, and establish the engineering foundation that will scale to serve millions of students worldwide. You'll have the autonomy and ownership that comes with being among the first hires, along with equity that reflects your foundational contribution.
This is a rare opportunity to join at the earliest stage, shape the company's trajectory, and build something truly impactful in the education space.
What Makes This Role UniqueFounder-Level Impact
- Shape the technical architecture and product roadmap from day one
- Make strategic decisions about technology choices, infrastructure, and scaling
- Define engineering culture, processes, and best practices for the growing team
- Influence company direction through direct collaboration with founders
- Wear multiple hats : engineer, architect, product thinker, and strategist
Ground Floor Opportunity
Ownership & Autonomy
What You'll DoTechnical Ownership (70%)
Strategic Contribution (30%)
What We're Looking ForEssential Qualities
Technical Skills
Preferred Experience
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