Full Stack Engineer – Build AI-native People Platform

About the role

Shapes is on a mission to reinvent people operations in the AI era, building the world’s first AI‑native people platform. We are at an exciting inflection point as our product scales and customers push boundaries. We seek a Full Stack Engineer who loves building core infrastructure, shaping technical vision, and shipping product quickly.

Key responsibilities

• Own big pieces of the product, leading core projects that make complex workflows feel simple.
• Ship fast and thoughtfully, setting the tone for great engineering while moving quickly.
• Build the foundation, from infrastructure to frontend components, creating building blocks for new use cases.
• Ensure the product scales magically, keeping it fast, stable, and elegant as usage explodes.
• Collaborate deeply with design, product, and go‑to‑market teams to bring ambitious ideas to life and shape technical culture.

Required profile

• Proven track record of execution with 5+ years of engineering experience and shipped impactful products.
• Startup energy: hands‑on, fast‑moving, and comfortable building without lengthy specs.
• Curiosity and collaboration: eager to learn, focus on user impact, and improve teammates.
• Pragmatic problem‑solving: adept at tackling ambiguous problems, breaking them down, and delivering smart solutions.
• Clear communication: able to explain technical decisions in plain language, listen well, and adapt quickly.