AI-Native Full Stack Product Engineer

📋 Description

• • Join a dynamic and growing team within Lighthouse Software Group, an integral part of Valsoft Corporation, a global leader in acquiring and operating vertical market software businesses. This is an exceptional opportunity for an AI-native Full Stack Product Engineer to contribute to mission-critical software platforms that organizations rely on daily.
• • As part of our portfolio, you will work on an established production platform and contribute to the development of entirely new AI-driven software products. This role is specifically designed for engineers early in their careers who are eager to build extensively, learn rapidly, and assume significant ownership.
• • We are actively seeking individuals who embody a builder's spirit – curious, ambitious, and proactive in experimenting with new technologies. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative through personal projects, exploration of AI models, and a drive to enhance systems without explicit direction.
• • You will benefit from direct mentorship from a senior engineer experienced in building and scaling production systems. As the engineering team evolves, this position offers a clear leadership trajectory for those aspiring to take on greater responsibility and eventually guide the team.
• • This is a unique chance to work within a profitable, stable company that possesses real customers and robust infrastructure. Lighthouse Software Group operates under Valsoft, a global entity comprising over 130 companies and 4,000 employees across more than 20 countries, providing a stable and expansive environment.
• • Core Platform Development (Approximately 25% of your time):
• • Contribute to the enhancement and evolution of our existing production platform, primarily built using PHP, Zend Framework, and JavaScript.
• • Responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing new features that expand the platform's capabilities.
• • Actively participate in debugging and resolving complex production issues to ensure seamless operation.
• • Engage in code refactoring initiatives to improve the overall maintainability, readability, and efficiency of the codebase.
• • Focus on enhancing the reliability, performance, and overall quality of the existing system, ensuring it meets high standards.
• • AI Feature Integration (Approximately 25% of your time):
• • Play a pivotal role in integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities directly into our core platform, unlocking new functionalities and efficiencies.
• • Responsibilities involve seamlessly integrating Large Language Model (LLM) and other AI APIs into existing product workflows, creating intelligent automation.
• • Develop and build innovative AI-powered tools and automation solutions designed to streamline user processes and enhance productivity within the platform.
• • Proactively identify and explore opportunities where AI can significantly improve user workflows and deliver tangible business value.
• • Ensure that all AI-driven features are robust, reliable, and production-ready, meeting the same high standards as our core platform.
• • Utilize AI development tools and methodologies as an integral part of your daily workflow, staying at the forefront of AI innovation.
• • New Product Development (Approximately 50% of your time):
• • Spearhead the creation of new software products that strategically expand our platform's ecosystem and market reach.
• • Responsibilities encompass the end-to-end design and development of new applications and distinct product modules, from initial concept to final deployment.
• • Focus on building production-ready, scalable systems rather than mere prototypes, ensuring immediate value and long-term viability.
• • Contribute actively throughout the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and conceptualization through to successful deployment and ongoing iteration.
• • Provide innovative ideas and technical insights that will actively shape the future direction and roadmap of our product offerings.
• • A significant portion of this work will involve modern frontend development, leveraging technologies such as React and its associated ecosystem to create intuitive and powerful user experiences.