Founding Software Engineer

Est. Equity

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A FoundingHunt Benchmark, not the employer's offer. Confirm the range with Lance before you rely on it.

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0.25% - 1%

Salary$160K – $300K

LocationSan Francisco

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FoundingHunt Summary

Lance Jobs is hiring a Founding Software Engineer in San Francisco. The employer confirms that equity is offered.

Company Description

Lance (YC W26) develops autonomous AI agents that handle calls, close sales, and manage operations, enabling your team to focus on providing excellent guest experiences. Trusted by leading hotel groups across the U.S., Lance supports 50+ hotels with brands like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. Using advanced Computer Use Agent technology, Lance agents integrate seamlessly with existing hotel software to make real-time decisions and efficiently manage complex tasks.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Founding Software Engineer based in San Francisco, CA. The Founding Engineer will be responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge software solutions. Key responsibilities include collaborating with the core team to architect and build scalable infrastructure, optimizing system performance, and driving innovative features for autonomous AI agents. As an integral team member, the Founding Engineer will impact product direction, tackle complex technical challenges, and shape the future of the company.

Qualifications

Work 996 In-Person San Francisco
Proficiency in software development, programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or similar), and architectural design
Experience with machine learning, AI development, or related technologies
Ability to design and build scalable systems, including knowledge of cloud infrastructure and deployment pipelines
Strong problem-solving skills, debugging, and optimizing performance of applications
Excellent team collaboration, communication skills, and ownership mentality
Interest in working in a startup environment with a focus on innovation and growth
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field
Previous experience in the hospitality or travel technology sector is a plus

Total Compensation

$160,000-$300,000 Cash + Equity + Bonus

Monthly Health and Wellness Stipend

Complimentary In Office Meals

Company Description

Lance builds autonomous AI agents that run hotel operations end to end, from answering guest calls to managing workflows across hotel systems.

Founder background

Founded by Caleb Chan (CEO, former Head of Product and Founding Engineer at Silicon Valley Commerce with a 9-figure exit; previously product roles at Google and Salesforce), Gavin Brennen (COO, previously AI agents at Domo), and Gatik Trivedi (CTO, founded and exited MedTec Innovate; Stanford speech and language research; Berkeley M.E.T.).