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Serable · 17 hours ago

Founding AI Engineer

Serable is a stealth, NYC-based startup focused on modernizing and automating clinical trials through an AI-first platform. They are seeking a Founding AI Engineer to build the product from the ground up, owning technical architecture and product execution while collaborating closely with the founding team.

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Hiring Manager
Ben Mackley
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Responsibilities

Build the initial product and platform from scratch (architecture, infrastructure, and core systems)
Design and implement AI-driven workflows for clinical trial management and operations
Work closely with founders on product definition, technical tradeoffs, and roadmap
Own backend services, APIs, data pipelines, and early frontend decisions as needed
Translate ambiguous requirements into shipped features in a fast-moving environment
Establish engineering best practices, tooling, and standards for future hires
Engage directly with early customers and domain experts to iterate on real-world needs

Qualification

AI/ML systemsSoftware engineeringSystem designBackend stacksProduct intuitionAutonomyCustomer engagement

Required

Prior experience building products from 0 → 1 (startup, internal incubation, or founding role)
Strong software engineering fundamentals and system design skills
Experience building and deploying AI/ML-powered systems in production
Proficiency with modern backend stacks (e.g., Python, TypeScript, SQL, cloud infrastructure)
Comfort working across the stack when needed (this is an early-stage role)
Ability to operate with high autonomy and make sound technical decisions under uncertainty
Strong product intuition and willingness to engage deeply with customer problems

Preferred

Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or regulated environments
Familiarity with clinical trials, pharma operations, or enterprise B2B SaaS
Experience designing data-heavy or workflow-driven platforms
Prior founding or early-stage startup experience

Benefits

Measurable equity
Competitive salary

Company

Serable

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Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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