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Commissioning Engineer / Electrical Engineers

Loudoun, VA · On-site

$60 - $100/hr

... startup engineers, etc. These are all CONTRACT opportunities Expenses covered Must have experience with data center and mission critical projects and construction WE ARE NOT LOOKING FOR IT PEOPLE OR ...

Ripple

Director, Ecosystem Growth

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Enables independent operators to build and activate vibrant developer, startup, retail communities across regions * Guides community engagement strategies, including meetups, hackathons, educational ...

Ripple

Director, Ecosystem Growth

New York, NY

Enables independent operators to build and activate vibrant developer, startup, retail communities across regions * Guides community engagement strategies, including meetups, hackathons, educational ...

PM Group

Electrical Startup Engineer

Zebulon, NC

Overview The Electrical Startup Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group's quickly growing Outsourced Technical Services(OTS) team at a site near Zebulon, NC . Outsourced ...

PM Group

Electrical Startup Engineer

Zebulon, NC · On-site

Overview The Electrical Startup Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group's quickly growing Outsourced Technical Services(OTS) team at a site near Zebulon, NC . Outsourced ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Mechanical Startup Engineer

Brownsville, TX · On-site

$51 - $100/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Provide technical guidance and assign work to project Commissioning and Startup technicians, crafts, and others who are performing specific assignments. * Coordinate between project engineering ...

Docugami

Software Engineering Intern

Kirkland, WA · On-site

Docugami is a Seattle-area document engineering startup that raised a $10M seed round of VC funding in February 2020, and has earned multiple endorsements from industry leaders and publications. We ...

Render

Startup Marketing

$150K - $220K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

At Render, we're building the modern cloud platform for developers creating AI-native, full-stack ... About the Role The Render Startup Program is how we earn our place as the default cloud for the ...

PM Group

Instrumentation Startup Engineer

Zebulon, NC · On-site

Overview The Instrumentation Startup Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group's quickly growing Outsourced Technical Services(OTS) team at a site near Zebulon, NC . Outsourced ...

Ripple

Director, Ecosystem Growth

New York, NY · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Enables independent operators to build and activate vibrant developer, startup, retail communities across regions * Guides community engagement strategies, including meetups, hackathons, educational ...

Ripple

Director, Ecosystem Growth

San Francisco, CA · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Enables independent operators to build and activate vibrant developer, startup, retail communities across regions * Guides community engagement strategies, including meetups, hackathons, educational ...

Docugami

Software Engineering Intern

Kirkland, WA · On-site

Docugami is a Seattle-area document engineering startup that raised a $10M seed round of VC funding in February 2020, and has earned multiple endorsements from industry leaders and publications. We ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for developer startup in the United States is $52.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.38 and $64.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a developer startup?

To thrive as a Developer at a startup, you need strong coding abilities, familiarity with agile development methodologies, and a solid understanding of software engineering principles, often evidenced by a degree in computer science or related field. Experience with modern programming languages, cloud platforms, version control systems like Git, and sometimes full-stack or DevOps tools is highly valued. Resourcefulness, adaptability, and effective communication are vital soft skills in the fast-paced startup environment. These skills and qualities are essential for rapidly building and iterating products, collaborating with small teams, and responding swiftly to changing business needs.

What unique challenges do developers face when working at a startup compared to larger companies?

Developers at startups often handle a wider range of responsibilities, from designing system architecture to fixing urgent bugs, due to smaller team sizes and limited resources. The work environment tends to be fast-paced and dynamic, with priorities and product goals that can rapidly change in response to user feedback or market needs. This means developers must be adaptable, self-driven, and comfortable with ambiguity, frequently multitasking and picking up new technologies as needed. However, this also creates significant opportunities for professional growth, hands-on experience with various technologies, and a direct impact on the product and company’s success.

What is a developer startup?

A Developer Startup job typically involves building and scaling software products for early-stage companies. Developers in startups often work across multiple areas, including frontend, backend, and infrastructure, due to smaller team sizes. They need to adapt quickly, solve complex problems, and collaborate closely with founders and other team members. The role may also involve rapid prototyping, optimizing code for scalability, and integrating new technologies as the business evolves. It's a dynamic position that requires flexibility, creativity, and a strong problem-solving mindset.

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Infographic showing various Developer Startup job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,905 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Startup Field Marketer (Contract)

GreenLight

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Location: New York (in office 2 days/week)
Duration: 6-month full-time contract (40 hours per week, with overtime as needed), with potential for extension and/or conversion to a permanent role, subject to business needs
About the Team
The Startup Marketing team helps founders and developers build with OpenAI. We create high-signal programs, events, and content that help startups learn about new products, connect with other builders, and accelerate adoption of OpenAI across every stage of growth.
We partner closely with Product, Developer Experience, GTM, Partnerships, Events, and Communications teams to bring technical products to market and build meaningful relationships with the startup ecosystem.
About the Role
OpenAI is looking for a Startup Field Marketing Contractor to support the execution of startup programs, field events, and team operations.
This role is ideal for someone who loves bringing programs to life, thrives in fast-paced environments, and enjoys coordinating across multiple stakeholders. You'll work closely with the Startup Marketing team to support Founder Days, Builder Lounges, hackathons, DevDay, customer events, and day-to-day operational planning.
This is a hands-on execution role focused on helping the team scale high-quality experiences for founders and developers around the world.
What You'll Do
  • Support registration, comms, and execution of startup events, including Founder Days, Builder Lounges, hackathons, dinners, workshops, and customer programs.
  • Help coordinate startup marketing activations surrounding major company moments, including DevDay and product launches.
  • Manage event logistics including registration, attendee communications, vendor coordination, gifting, swag, and onsite support.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams across Marketing, Events, GTM, and Developer Experience to ensure programs run smoothly.
  • Track program metrics, attendee feedback, and operational follow-ups.
  • Provide general project management support across startup marketing initiatives as priorities evolve.

Who You Are
  • 5+ years of experience in startup marketing, demand generation, field marketing, events, community, operations, project management, developer relations support, or related functions
  • Experience working in fast-paced startup environments and comfortable operating with ambiguity
  • Demonstrated ability to independently own and deliver projects from zero-to-one, taking initiatives from concept through execution
  • Exceptionally organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
  • Comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-moving environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Enjoy working cross-functionally and building relationships across teams
  • Resourceful, proactive, and willing to jump into both strategic projects and operational details
  • Excited about startups, AI, and helping builders succeed

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using AI tools to improve productivity, program execution, or operational workflows.
  • Experience supporting developer, startup, or B2B technology events.
  • Familiarity with event platforms, CRM systems, and marketing operations tools.
  • Experience coordinating executive-facing or customer-facing programs.

Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across startup marketing, field marketing, and large-scale event execution at one of the fastest-moving companies in the world.
You'll work alongside a small, high-impact team that engages some of the most ambitious founders and developers building with AI today. From Founder Days and Builder Lounges to hackathons, customer programs, and DevDay, you'll help bring flagship experiences to life during one of the team's most exciting seasons of the year.
If you're looking to build your field marketing, program management, and operational skills while working on high-visibility initiatives with meaningful impact, this role offers an unparalleled front-row seat to how OpenAI engages the startup ecosystem.

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