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Clera

Founding Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$130K - $200K/yr

About the Role A well-funded, seed-stage B2B SaaS startup in the supply chain integrations space is looking for a Founding Software Engineer to help shape the architecture, culture, and product ...

EQL Tech

Founding Full-Stack Engineer

Burlingame, CA

$180K - $240K/yr

Founding Full-Stack Engineer On-site Engineering, Product & Tech Full time San Francisco, California, United States Our client is a stealth, seed-stage startup building an AI-powered wearable ...

Suno

Senior Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$114K - $157K/yr

Early stage startup experience and proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, continuously evolving ... Series A salary with Seed stage Equity. 'Nuff said. * Fully covered medical, dental, vision for you

Clera

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$110K - $180K/yr

About the Role This is a seed-stage, Y Combinator-backed insurtech startup building AI agents that handle real operational work inside insurance agencies. As the first US Forward Deployed Engineer ...

Suno

Senior Engineer

$107K - $146K/yr

Early stage startup experience and proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, continuously evolving ... Series A salary with Seed stage Equity. 'Nuff said. * Fully covered medical, dental, vision for you

Clera

Forward Deployed Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$110K - $180K/yr

About the Role This is a seed-stage, Y Combinator-backed insurtech startup building AI agents that handle real operational work inside insurance agencies. As the first US Forward Deployed Engineer ...

Clera

Founding Product Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

About the Role This is a founding product engineering role at a seed-stage AI startup building computer vision and automation tools for the construction industry -- specifically around blueprint ...

General Proximity

Other Positions

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Send us your resume/CV by applying here, and we will add you to our talent pool and reach out once we find a good fit! tl;dr General Proximity is a seed-stage startup developing the next generation ...

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How much do seed stage startup jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for seed stage startup in the United States is $57.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.04 and $62.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a seed stage startup?

A seed stage startup is an early-phase company that is just beginning operations and is typically focused on developing its initial product or service. At this stage, the business is often seeking its first round of external funding, known as seed capital, to help validate its idea, build a prototype, and conduct market research. Seed stage startups usually have a small founding team and may not yet have significant revenue or a fully developed business model. The goal at this stage is to prove the concept and prepare for further investment and growth.

What are some common challenges of working at a seed stage startup, and how can I prepare for them?

Working at a seed stage startup often means wearing multiple hats and adapting quickly to shifting priorities. Resources can be limited, which requires creativity and a willingness to learn new skills on the fly. Team members typically collaborate closely, and communication is key to navigating the fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment. Being proactive, flexible, and comfortable with uncertainty will help you thrive and make a strong impact as the startup grows.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a seed stage startup founder or early team member, and why are they important?

To thrive at a seed stage startup, you need a strong entrepreneurial mindset, versatility across business functions, and often relevant industry experience or technical expertise. Familiarity with tools like lean startup methodologies, project management platforms (e.g., Trello, Asana), and basic financial modeling is typically required. Exceptional resilience, adaptability, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this dynamic environment. These abilities are vital for navigating uncertainty, driving growth, and rapidly iterating on ideas in the early, resource-constrained stages of a company.

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Infographic showing various Seed Stage Startup job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,893 per year, or $57.6 per hour.

Software Engineer Intern (Ph.D.)

Gitar, Inc.

San Mateo, CA • On-site

Temporary

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

About Us:
At Gitar, we're on a mission to revolutionize how developers work with code, by providing a cutting-edge platform that simplifies and accelerates the development process. As a seed-stage company, we're passionate about innovation, diversity, and creating an environment where every team member can contribute to their fullest potential. Click here to learn more about us.
The Role:
We're seeking current Ph.D. students in Computer Science and related fields for Summer '25 internships (out of season internships possible!). We are particularly interested in candidates with research experience in programming languages, compilers, static and dynamic analysis, and automated code refactoring. Your expertise will help shape the future of our product, impacting developers worldwide.
What You'll Do:
  • Design, develop, and maintain production-quality developer tooling, including tools related to automated code refactoring, program analysis for security and reliability, and compiler optimizations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features based on both known PL fundamentals and cutting edge research.
  • Contribute to the entire application lifecycle, focusing on coding and debugging.
  • Innovate and introduce new technologies to enhance our developer platform.
  • Gain both early stage startup experience and learn from a team with years of experience in industry development of program analysis tools.

What We're Looking For:
  • Currently a Ph.D. student in Computer Science or a related field with experience in programming languages or compilers research
  • Strongly preferred: research focus in static analysis, automated code refactoring, program synthesis, GenAI/LLMs for code generation, and similar areas.
  • A passion for building user-centric products that solve real problems.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Experience coding in Rust is a plus, but proficiency in any of the following target languages is also useful: TS/JS, Go, Java, Kotlin, Ruby, Python, Swift.

Why Join Us?
  • Be a part of a pioneering team at a seed stage company with big ambitions.
  • Work with experienced engineers who are experts in devex
  • Work in an environment that values creativity and innovation.
  • Contribute to a platform that's set to redefine the developer experience.

Join us at Gitar, where we're building the future of development platforms, one line of code at a time.
Location: This role is primarily based in San Mateo. We are also able to consider candidates able to work from our Amsterdam office, provided they are work authorized in Amsterdam.

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