Rivio is revolutionizing the future of enterprise software with a bold vision: harnessing the power of AI agents to seamlessly automate and optimize complex business processes. We believe companies should be able to launch and scale without the prolonged agony of ERP consultants and cumbersome integrations. At Rivio, we started by helping hardware companies with their procurement activities, saving them countless hours on manual and tedious tasks, and allowing them to gain a significant competitive advantage. Our lead investor is Gradient Ventures (Google AI Fund) and we have 24 months of runaway. At Rivio we are committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation and capture a $106B market. You won't just be writing code—you'll be shaping the future of AI-driven products, tackling challenges that have never been solved before, and making a profound impact on how businesses operate globally. Our three co-founders, [Hala](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hala-jalwan/), [Leo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leolarrere/) and [Alessio](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessiotresanti/) each bring 10+ years of experience from leading teams at Apple, Meta, and silicon valley startups.

Rivio <> Backend Engineer

Job Description: Software Engineer at Rivio

📍: San Francisco

💼: Hybrid - 2 days/week in person

⏱️: Full-time

💰: Backed by Gradient Ventures (Google AI Fund) and S32

About Rivio:

Rivio is a fast-growing San Francisco-based startup building AI agents that transform procurement. Our agents analyze contracts, optimize spending, and revolutionize how companies manage supplier relationships. We're tackling a $106B market by creating solutions that give procurement teams capabilities they've never had before.

We seek a passionate backend engineer. Our three co-founders, Hala, Leo, and Alessio each bring 10+ years of experience from leading teams at Apple, Meta, and Silicon Valley startups. Join us, and let's build something extraordinary together.

What We Believe:

• Problem-Solving: autonomously solve complex technical challenges and proactively address issues, always seeking to challenge the conventional ways and innovate.
• Ownership: Take full ownership of projects and initiatives, especially those you’ve never worked on before. Embrace a growth mindset to continuously learn and adapt.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment typical of early-stage startups. Wear multiple hats and spearhead projects end-to-end.
• Mentorship & Collaboration: Inspire and guide team members. Influence peers and stakeholders through clear communication across various levels of the organization.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software development
• Proven experience building distributed systems and data pipelines
• Proven experience working with cloud services and infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Comfortable with Python
• GenAI/LLM fundamentals and ML basics are a plus
• Regular use of a coding assistant (Cursor, Copilot, etc) is a plus
• Familiarity with the startup ecosystem and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and equity, based on experience[$140K - $180K + 0.5%-1.5% equity]
• Dynamic, fun, and collaborative work environment where you can be yourself.
• Major opportunities for professional growth.
• Significant impact on an early-stage startup.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Plus other benefits:Modern Office Spaces: Well-designed, comfortable, and collaborative workspaces. Pet-friendly Policy.
• Meals and Snacks: Onsite meals, snacks, and beverages. Almost Google Style :)
• Team Building Activities: Regular social events, retreats, and outings.
• Learning and Development: Budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.

If you're not convinced yet about joining our team, here are some of the founders' hobbies:

• Rebuilding classic cars 🏁
• Riding motorcycles (🏍️ or 🛵)
• Sailing (we will teach you how to be a sailor 🍻)
• Music festivals 🎉
• International and diverse team! We're proud of our multicultural environment with team members from Lebanon, Italy, France, China, Spain, and beyond 😄

Why you shouldn’t join

• You are not ready for the occasional 60-hour work week
• You are not comfortable working without clear structure
• You are not ready for a risky career opportunity. Even with our growth, we are still an early-stage startup. If you need something more predictable, this is not the right fit.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Rivio AI is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Hiring Process and Timeline (Usually 2-3 weeks)

• 1st Step - Technical Call: Leo (CTO) - 1 hour - Conduct technical deep dive.
• 2nd Step - Cultural fit Call: Alessio (COO) - 30 minutes - Discuss company culture.
• 3rd Step - Vision Call: Hala (CEO) - 45 minutes - Address candidate questions and discuss company vision.
• Feedback: Rivio to provide feedback on interview performance.
• Half-Day Work Invitation: Experience our work environment.
• Offer: Extend a formal job offer.

Email me us at: [email protected]