Full Stack Engineer

• This opportunity is on-site, in Brickell, Miami, Florida. Please don't apply if you can not commute. No relocation available. ***

HelloGov AI is an innovative startup transforming how citizens interact with government services. By leveraging advanced technology, we provide a premium, AI-powered layer to simplify and enhance these interactions. Our mission is to streamline processes like passport applications, travel visas, vehicle registrations, and immigration—and to eventually expand to other critical citizen-government services.

Founded by experienced entrepreneurs with a proven track record of building and scaling successful companies, HelloGov AI offers significant opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, tech-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Oversee the architecture, development, and maintenance of HelloGov AI's platform, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability

• Infrastructure Ownership: Take responsibility for the platform's infrastructure, including implementing cybersecurity measures and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards

• Cybersecurity and Compliance: Lead efforts to achieve and maintain ISO or other document-processing-related compliance standards and assist in acquiring cyber insurance policies

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a small but dynamic team of developers, engineers, and product specialists to achieve technical and business objectives

• Operational Excellence: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes, prioritize projects, and align technical execution with business goals

• Product Oversight: Ensure the stability, efficiency, and compliance of the product while implementing robust data retention policies and maintaining alignment with government regulations

• Scaling and Hiring: Build an in-house engineering team to support HelloGov AI's rapid expansion

Requirements

• Proven experience in engineering leadership roles, preferably at a high-growth startup

• Strong technical background in software development, cloud infrastructure, and AI technologies

• Expertise in cybersecurity, compliance, and regulatory requirements related to document processing or government services

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage outsourced engineering resources

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution and problem-solving

• Familiarity with AI or automation solutions is a significant advantage

Technical Requirements:

• Frontend Development:

• Frameworks & Libraries:

• Expertise in Next.js for building performant React-based applications

• Proficiency with MUI (Material-UI) for UI design, theming, and component integration

• Experience with Sass for advanced CSS styling (client portal)

• API Integration:

• Hands-on experience with Apollo GraphQL Client for API queries and mutations

• CI/CD & Deployment:

• Familiarity with deployment pipelines on Vercel, including CI/CD workflows

• Backend Development:

• Frameworks & Tools:

• Proficient in Node.js and Express.js for backend automation tasks

• Advanced knowledge of Nest.js for building scalable and maintainable server applications

• Database Management:

• Experience with PostgreSQL (Client Portal database)

• Knowledge of Cosmos DB (Admin Portal database)

• Automation & APIs:

• Proficient in using Puppeteer for headless browser automation

• Familiar with Apollo TypeGraphQL for API schema development and server integration

• Payment & Email Services:

• Experience with Ecrypt for payment gateway integration

• Knowledge of Mailgun for automated email communication

• DevOps and Cloud Services:

• Deployment & Hosting:

• Experience with AWS EC2 instances for application deployment

• Familiarity with Azure Blob storage for PDF and other file management

• Monitoring & Performance:

• Experience with Sentry for error tracking and performance monitoring

• Other Integrations:

• Knowledge of Easypost for managing shipping labels

• Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex systems

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to manage tasks efficiently and deliver within deadlines

Benefits

• Equinox membership

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and federal holidays

• Opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced startup environment

• Healthcare Coverage