Full Stack Developer

📋 Description

• • Katapult Labs is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Full-Stack Engineer to join our dynamic team in Colombia. We are an AI-first company dedicated to scaling U.S. startups by combining exceptional LATAM talent with cutting-edge technology. Our mission is to build world-class solutions across product, engineering, and business growth, partnering with visionary founders from top venture capital networks. This is a unique opportunity to work on a next-generation platform from its inception, designed for tastemakers, travel agents, and content influencers, with a strong emphasis on AI-powered features and seamless system-level integrations.
• • As a Senior Full-Stack Engineer, you will be instrumental in architecting, developing, and maintaining a scalable full-stack application. You will leverage modern technologies including TypeScript, React (with a focus on Next.js), and robust Node.js frameworks such as NestJS, Fastify, or Express. Your expertise will be crucial in managing complex database interactions, particularly with PostgreSQL, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• • A significant aspect of this role involves the implementation of AI and Large Language Model (LLM) powered features. You will be at the forefront of innovation, creating intelligent functionalities that significantly enhance user productivity and personalization. This includes exploring, prototyping, and delivering cutting-edge AI solutions within a true greenfield environment, offering both technical and creative freedom.
• • You will play a key role in integrating the platform with essential third-party services. This includes establishing seamless connections with platforms like Salesforce, Shopify, and major cloud providers such as Google and Microsoft. Your responsibilities will encompass enabling efficient data exchange and implementing secure authentication workflows, likely involving technologies like AWS Cognito or OAuth, to ensure robust and secure system operations.
• • This position demands technical leadership. You will be expected to lead experiments and proof-of-concepts, driving innovation and exploring new technological avenues. Upholding the highest standards of code quality is paramount. This will be achieved through rigorous testing methodologies using frameworks like Jest and React Testing Library, as well as conducting thorough peer reviews to ensure maintainability, scalability, and reliability of the codebase.
• • Collaboration is central to our agile development process. You will actively participate in Scrum ceremonies, contributing to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups. Your ability to manage timelines effectively, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-impact milestones will be critical to the project's success. You will work closely with Product and Engineering Leads to translate complex business requirements into elegant, scalable, and high-quality code.
• • Beyond technical contributions, you will be a mentor to other team members, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Optimizing codebase performance to ensure a smooth and responsive user experience is a key responsibility. You will also be responsible for upholding best practices in software architecture, ensuring the long-term health and scalability of the platform.
• • This role is ideal for developers who thrive in autonomous environments, enjoy building intuitive and engaging user experiences, and possess a proven track record in developing robust backend microservices. You will have the opportunity to shape the product vision and technical direction from the ground up, contributing directly to a groundbreaking platform for the creator economy within a collaborative, startup-style setting where your contributions are highly valued and impactful.