Forward Deployed Software Engineer ($120K - $150K + Equity) at Arzana

Job Description

• Embed directly with customers at manufacturing facilities to understand complex RFQ flows and translate operational friction into automated software solutions.
• Ship end-to-end features, from agent configuration and ERP integrations to migration scripts, maintaining full ownership of everything you scope and build.
• Drive the core product roadmap by identifying breakage and opportunities on-site before anyone else, ensuring the product evolves with real-world manufacturing needs.

Why this role is remarkable

• Join a fast-growing YC P26 startup as one of the first engineering hires, reporting directly to the founders and defining the company's operational DNA.
• Deliver massive tangible impact by cutting order processing times from hours to minutes for manufacturers that run the country’s physical infrastructure.
• Receive a highly competitive package including $120K-$150K salary and a significant $400K equity stake with relocation support to New York City.

The ideal candidate

• Possesses 0-3 years of software engineering experience and a degree from a top CS program, with a genuine passion or background in American manufacturing.
• Demonstrates full-stack proficiency in Python, Next.js, and PostgreSQL, with the ability to quickly master LLM orchestration and complex agent workflows.
• Maintains exceptional interpersonal skills to build immediate trust with C-suite operators and a builder bias that prioritizes shipping high-quality code at speed.

About the role

This is a role at Arzana, a YC P26 startup building the AI front office for mid-market American manufacturers. The role involves bridging the gap between messy operational reality and reliable automation, embedding with manufacturers on the shop floor, and shipping production code using Next.js and Python.

Responsibilities

As one of the first engineers at Arzana, you will:

• Embed directly with customers at manufacturing facilities to understand complex RFQ flows and translate operational friction into automated software solutions.
• Ship end-to-end features, from agent configuration and ERP integrations to migration scripts, maintaining full ownership of everything you scope and build.
• Drive the core product roadmap by identifying breakage and opportunities on-site before anyone else, ensuring the product evolves with real-world manufacturing needs.

Requirements

The ideal candidate possesses:

• 0-3 years of software engineering experience and a degree from a top CS program, with a genuine passion or background in American manufacturing.
• Full-stack proficiency in Python, Next.js, and PostgreSQL, with the ability to quickly master LLM orchestration and complex agent workflows.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build immediate trust with C-suite operators and a builder bias that prioritizes shipping high-quality code at speed.

Qualifications

Arzana is looking for someone who:

• Has a strong foundation in software engineering and a passion for American manufacturing.
• Is proficient in Python, Next.js, and PostgreSQL, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies and workflows.
• Can effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including C-suite operators.

Skills

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience with Python, Next.js, and PostgreSQL.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

Arzana offers:

• A highly competitive package including $120K-$150K salary and a significant $400K equity stake with relocation support to New York City.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful projects within a dynamic and growing startup environment.
• Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Schedule

Arzana is a startup and operates on a flexible schedule to accommodate the unique demands of the manufacturing industry.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $120K - $150K, with a significant $400K equity stake.

Company Description

Arzana is a YC P26 startup building the AI front office for mid-market American manufacturers. Their agents automate mission-critical workflows like quoting and order entry for companies doing up to $500M in revenue, directly integrating with ERP systems like Epicor and NetSuite to modernize the backbone of American industry.

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