AI-First Full Stack Developer / Tech Lead (Offshore)

About the Role:

This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role for an AI-first Full Stack Developer who uses AI as a true force multiplier-not as a shortcut. You will own system design, architecture decisions, and end-to-end delivery of production-grade software while leveraging AI-assisted workflows to dramatically increase speed, quality, and throughput.

This role carries the same accountability as a traditional Senior Tech Lead, with an added expectation: AI is central to how you work, build, and scale. You will independently design systems, validate architecture, integrate and harden AI-generated code, and ship reliable, secure applications at scale. This is not a prompt-only or experimental role-you are responsible for production outcomes.

You will work closely with the CEO on technical direction and execution, while also leading and mentoring a small offshore engineering team.

What You'll Do:

• Lead end-to-end design, development, and delivery of production-grade applications using AI-first workflows
• Architect, build, and maintain scalable, secure, high-traffic systems, including custom CMS and e-commerce platforms
• Use AI tools (e.g., Claude Code or similar) to accelerate development while maintaining strict engineering standards
• Review, refactor, integrate, and productionize AI-generated code into cohesive, maintainable systems
• Own the full stack: frontend, backend, APIs, databases, and third-party integrations
• Lead and mentor two mid-level developers, ensuring execution quality, accountability, and on-time delivery
• Design and maintain complex CMS solutions for large-scale prescription medication e-commerce systems
• Ensure database integrity, performance optimization, and long-term scalability
• Partner with DevOps on deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and environment automation
• Collaborate directly with the CEO on architecture decisions, priorities, and execution plans
• Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks, security issues, and production incidents
• Document systems, workflows, and architectural decisions clearly for long-term maintainability

What You Bring:

• Senior-level software engineering experience with a strong track record of shipping complex, production-ready systems
• Deep, hands-on experience with AI-assisted development and the ability to deliver output at significantly higher velocity than traditional workflows

• Strong proficiency in:

• Backend: PHP (standalone and framework-based), Node.js, Python
• Frontend: React, Next.js
• Databases: MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQL and NoSQL systems
• APIs: REST and/or GraphQL

• Strong experience with the LAMP stack and database performance tuning
• Solid understanding of:

• System architecture and design patterns
• Deployment environments and configuration management
• DevOps best practices and CI/CD pipelines

• Ability to critically evaluate, rewrite, and harden AI-generated code for real-world production use
• High ownership, accountability, and comfort operating autonomously under deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with US-based leadership and overlapping time zones

Why You Should Join:

• Real technical ownership: You will shape architecture, systems, and engineering standards-not just execute tickets.
• AI-first engineering culture: This role is designed for developers who already use AI deeply and want to push its limits in real production systems.
• High-impact role: Your work directly influences business outcomes, platform scalability, and long-term technical direction.
• Direct access to leadership: Collaborate closely with the CEO on decisions that matter, without layers of bureaucracy.
• Autonomy and trust: You are trusted to design, build, and deliver independently, with clear goals and expectations.
• Growth at the cutting edge: Work at the intersection of AI-assisted development, complex CMS platforms, and large-scale e-commerce systems.
• Opportunity to lead: Mentor developers, define workflows, and set the standard for AI-driven engineering execution

Nice to Have:

• Advanced experience with Claude Code or similar AI coding platforms
• Experience building AI-powered or AI-integrated products
• Cloud infrastructure experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Magento or large-scale e-commerce platform experience
• Strong Python depth beyond scripting
• Experience working in startups or fast-paced, execution-driven environments