Junior Software Engineer
Moonshot AI
Location
New York City
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Engineering
Compensation
- $90K – $140K • Offers Equity
Why Moonshot AI?
Imagine websites that rebuild themselves on autopilot to sell more, convert better, and grow faster.
At Moonshot AI, we’re making that happen — merging generative AI, large-scale data pipelines, and experimentation into a self-evolving web.
We’re a well-funded, very early-stage startup with a massive vision. Joining now means you’re not just an employee — you’re helping set the technical and cultural DNA of the company. If you’ve ever wanted the autonomy of a founder with the backing of top-tier investors, this is it.
What You’ll Build & Achieve
You’ll touch every part of the stack and learn how to build systems that scale to millions of users. This isn’t a “ticket taker” job — you’ll be writing real production code from day one.
Build and ship features across our frontend dashboards and backend APIs.
Work with massive data streams that track millions of web events daily.
Help train and integrate AI models that suggest and test website improvements.
Collaborate with senior engineers to design scalable systems and best practices.
Prototype fast, test constantly, and learn how to turn ideas into shipped features in days.
This role is about learning through impact — the more you contribute, the faster you’ll grow.
Who We’re Looking For
0–3 years of experience building web applications.
Comfortable with Python, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (React, Node, Flask, etc.).
Strong computer science fundamentals (or equivalent practical experience).
Excited about AI, experimentation, and startups.
Hungry to learn, unafraid to ask questions, and eager to ship.
Bonus Points:
Startup experience.
Experience playing with LLMs, ML models, or data pipelines.
A non-trivial portfolio, GitHub, or side projects you’re proud of.
At Moonshot, culture isn’t fluff — it’s how we win
Curiosity & Growth → We challenge assumptions, ask big questions, and push for mastery.
Low Ego → No ivory towers — everyone gets their hands dirty.
Ownership → You own outcomes, not just outputs. Shipping is step one; impact is the goal.
Trust → Radical transparency and accountability, even when it’s hard.
Agility → We move fast, test faster, and aren’t afraid to pivot.
This Is Your Company → Ideas fuel breakthroughs. We’re all builders here.
Enjoy the Ride → Startups are a rollercoaster — we create good vibes and celebrate wins together.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Meaningful equity — real ownership in Moonshot AI’s success.
Full health coverage (medical, dental, vision) for you + your family.
Unlimited PTO — we trust you to take the time you need.
Office-first culture (4 days/week) — Midtown Manhattan, in the middle of it all.
Work directly with the founding team — your impact is immediate, visible, and career-defining.
Backed by top investors in NYC, SF, and TLV.
Compensation Range: $90K - $140K