Founding Software Engineer

Position:
Founding Software Engineer (Backend, Cloud & AI Infrastructure)

Company:
NexTex AI

Compensation:
€3k-€3k/mo

Location:
Germany, Berlin

Employment type:
Full Time

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid

Short Summary:
NexTex AI is a Berlin deep-tech startup building an AI intelligence layer for textile manufacturing. Join the founding team to build scalable backend, cloud, and edge-to-AI infrastructure.

Responsibilities:
- Design and develop scalable backend services and REST APIs- Build cloud-native infrastructure and CI/CD deployment pipelines- Develop industrial data pipelines for machine, sensor, and camera data- Support edge-to-cloud communication and industrial integrations- Support AI model deployment, monitoring, and inference workflows- Build dashboards, analytics systems, and internal tools- Structure textile production data, defect classifications, and sustainability KPIs- Work directly with pilot factories and industrial partners- Contribute to product architecture and technical strategy

Requirement:
- EU bachelor's or master's degree- Valid EU work authorization (or eligibility)- Strong Python and C++ skills- Experience with web frameworks (FastAPI, Django, Flask, Node.js)- Experience with PostgreSQL or comparable database systems- Experience with Docker and containerized environments- Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud- Solid understanding of REST APIs and scalable software architecture- Fluent English and ability to work independently in an early-stage startup

Benefits:
- 15% equity as a founding team member- Approx. €2,500/month via the German Federal EXIST Startup Grant during the first year- Significant compensation increase planned after MVP validation and funding milestones- Direct impact on product, technology, and company strategy- Access to real industrial production environments and pilot textile factories- Hands-on work across AI, Computer Vision, Edge AI, Industrial IoT, and sustainability intelligence- Direct collaboration with founders, academic advisors, and industry partners- Startup coaching, legal support, and mentoring through EXIST and ProFIT Berlin- Flexible hybrid working environment- Clear path to CTO-level growth as the company scales