What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Stack Engineer (Computer-Vision) position at Matroid?
This is an exciting new opportunity for a Full-Stack JavaScript Engineer at Matroid : Matroid’s mission is to empower computers with the ability to visually understand the world.By offering a “no programming required” product, Matroid enables users to leverage cutting-edge computer vision technology with ease. With just a click, deep neural networks can be deployed on the cloud or on-premise, making advanced AI accessible to a wide audience.At Matroid, this role provides the opportunity to collaborate directly with founder and CEO, Reza Zadeh, alongside a world-class engineering team. The position involves working on high-impact projects, developing features such as visual search, custom object tracking, semantic segmentation, model interpretability, video summarization, and the infrastructure necessary to support complex machine learning workloads.Headquartered in Palo Alto, Matroid was founded in 2016 by a Stanford professor and has raised $33.5 million from NEA, Energize Ventures, and Intel Capital. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and design innovative features for a first-of-its-kind computer vision platform.Optimize both client-side and server-side performance to enhance efficiency.Identify and implement new technologies and best practices for a growing engineering team.Incorporate user feedback to improve the functionality and usability of the platform.Develop visualizations for computer vision model outputs applied to images and video streams.Ensure platform scalability to support increasing workloads. Work EnvironmentJoin a world-class, multidisciplinary engineering team where valuable and innovative features are prioritized.Operate in a highly autonomous and collaborative setting, free from unnecessary meetings and project management overhead.Work with a direct impact on real-world users, maintaining high standards of quality.Share creative input and contribute to discussions on new features and product improvements.Engage directly with customers and iterate on features based on feedback.Utilize modern technologies such as React, Node.js, MongoDB, Docker, and Kubernetes.Expand knowledge in computer vision and software engineering through frequent company tech talks and independent learning. QualificationsStrong understanding of modern JavaScript development, with or without deep familiarity with every nuance of the language.Self-starter with the ability to independently design, develop, and test new features.Comfortable working across the stack—optimizing database queries, refining user interfaces, and improving system performance.Strong sense of design and usability, with a focus on creating intuitive and engaging user interfaces.Quick learner with analytical skills, capable of adapting to unfamiliar technologies or languages.No strict background requirements, but a technical foundation is essential—this may come from a CS (or related) degree, a bootcamp with a strong portfolio, or hands-on industry experience.Experience with areas relevant to a startup specializing in computer vision—such as data visualization, scaling web applications, or DevOps—is a plus.Willingness and eligibility to obtain security clearance up to TS / SCI. BenefitsCompetitive salary and equity options.The opportunity to tackle intellectually stimulating challenges daily.Gym membership reimbursement.Complimentary lunch, snacks, and beverages every day.Fully covered medical, dental, and vision insurance.A flexible schedule that accommodates personal interests and activities.A budget for high-performance hardware to maximize efficiency.Access to resources for continuous learning in computer vision and software engineering.Work in Matroid’s new downtown Palo Alto office, just a five-minute walk from the Caltrain station. Matroid is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
