Product Engineer

About Us:

At Dreamwave, our mission is to build the future of creative AI for billions of people. Our suite of AI photography products is beloved across the world, with our AI headshots product being our most popular one.

Our world-class team includes alumni from MIT, Google Brain, Meta, SpaceX, and Quora.

We build with a customer-first mindset and a relentless focus on delivering exceptional results. Our team thrives on clear decision-making, focused execution, and a culture of kindness and respect. Were ambitious, fast-moving, and committed to growthfor ourselves, our team, and our customers.

The Role:

Were looking for aProduct Engineerwho is passionate about creating intuitive, high-quality user experiences. Youll play a pivotal role in building and designing our products from 0 to 1, ensuring they not only look stunning but also perform seamlessly. If you thrive in an early-stage startup environment, have a deep sense of user empathy, and excel in both full-stack engineering and design, wed love to hear from you.

Our tech stack: Next.js, React, Tailwind, Node.js server, PostgresQL, GCP

To apply, please answer these questions below in the written portion of your application:

1. Are you proficient with our tech stack Next.js, React, Tailwind, Node.js server, PostgresQL, and GCP.
2. Please share links to what youve designed and built 0 to 1. Were looking for great product folks who have an eye for design.
3. Have you played around with agentic IDEs like Windsurf or Cursor yet

Applications without answers to the above will not be considered.

Key responsibilities:

• Use agentic IDEs like Windsurf or Cursorto quickly generate entire product features, maintaining high standards of quality and usability.
• Test code thoroughly.
• Implement performant backends in Node and PostgresQL.
• Translate complex customer needs into simple, elegant solutions.
• Own the full-stack development lifecycle from concept to production, ensuring a seamless and delightful user experience.
• Build reusable, scalable, and maintainable components that align with our design system.
• Continuously iterate on designs and features based on user feedback and analytics.
• Advocate for best practices in design, accessibility, and full-stack engineering.

Must-haves:

• Strong design skills:A keen eye for aesthetics, user flow, and the finer details that elevate a product from good to great.
• Early-stage startup experience:Youve built products from scratch (0 to 1) and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
• High user empathy:You put the customer first, ensuring their experience drives design and product decisions.

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• Full-stack engineering expertise:Proficient with our tech stack: Next.js, React, Tailwind, Node.js server, PostgresQL, and GCP.
• Excellent debugging skills and conscientious about testing.

Aligned with our Values:

• Results-Oriented:You measure success by outcomes, not just effort, and take pride in shipping exceptional work.
• Clear Decision-Making:You prioritize thoughtfully, focus on the highest-impact tasks, and work resourcefully with limited time and budget.
• Focused Execution:You hold yourself accountable, deliver reliably, and align with our shared vision and goals.
• Growth Mentality:You constantly strive to 10X yourself, welcome feedback, and seek to improve daily.
• Kindness & Respect:You communicate with empathy, respect, and care while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Ambition & Speed:You move quickly without sacrificing quality, and your optimism fuels your drive to overcome obstacles.