Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
This role stands out in the SaaS landscape because it sits at the intersection of product engineering and AI-native analytics, a space where expectations for self-serve experiences and real-time collaboration continue to rise. Golden Analytics positions itself as a modern BI platform, which typically means building software that must be both technically robust and approachable for non-technical users. An onsite setup in Bellevue also signals close iteration loops across product and engineering, which is common in earlier-stage SaaS teams.
For a SaaS career, the most durable value here is exposure to how customer-facing platforms are shaped end to end, from interface decisions in React and TypeScript through APIs, data workflows, and authentication. The emphasis on natural language interfaces, dashboards, and analytics-to-automation workflows aligns with a broader shift toward AI-assisted product surfaces, giving early-career engineers relevant experience in patterns that are becoming standard across SaaS categories.
This is best suited to an engineer who prefers learning by shipping, is comfortable working with ambiguity, and wants proximity to product decisions rather than a narrowly scoped ticket queue. It will particularly fit someone who enjoys mixing product sense with implementation details and is motivated by direct contact with user feedback.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
Application Deadline
Deadline passed
Compensation
$70,000-$90,000 (DOE)
We're building the future of business intelligence. Golden Analytics is a third-generation BI platform that combines Tableau's analytical power with Canva's design excellence, all powered by AI. We're creating analytics tools that anyone can use, without sacrificing depth or sophistication. Learn more about Golden Analytics on our web site, our launch coverage in GeekWire or from our CEO Francois Ajenstat's LinkedIn post.
As an early-career engineer on our product team, you'll be hands-on from day one. You won't be working through a queue of tickets. You'll be learning from founders, pairing with senior engineers, and shipping features that real customers use.
What You'll Build
- AI-native data analysis, visualizations and dashboards
- Smart data preparation and enrichment
- Natural language interfaces for analytics
- Real-time collaboration tools
- Analytics-to-automation workflows
Who We're Looking For
AI Zealots**** — You don't just use AI tools, you geek out over them. You're all over coding agents and modern dev environments. You have shipped AI-enabled solutions and have guided coding agents to help you move faster.
Customer Obsessed**** — There's no barrier between you and our users. You have strong product sense and think like a founder. You're comfortable jumping on customer calls, gathering feedback, and translating that directly into what you build.
Velocity Driven — You move fast. You learn fast. You ship fast. You understand that velocity is a feature. You're comfortable with iteration, learning from failures, and pivoting quickly.
Passionate Builders**** — You love what you do. There's fire in your belly for building something meaningful. You want to be on a mission and be part of something that transforms how people work with data.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ASSOCIATED CHALLENGE TO BE CONSIDERED!
This application closes on May 31st, 2026. Hiring Managers are reviewing applications on a WEEKLY basis.
- 1-2 years of professional software engineering experience. We're looking for early-career engineers who bring curiosity, strong fundamentals, and the ability to learn fast
- Hands-on with React and TypeScript — you've shipped something real
- Curiosity about AI/ML tools — you've played with LLMs or coding agents
- Familiarity with full stack concepts (APIs, databases, auth) even if not deep expertise
- Product thinking and design sensibility
- Comfort with ambiguity and rapid iteration
Location
This is an in-person role based in Bellevue, WA. We will consider relocation for exceptional candidates. H-1B visa transfers are supported; we are not sponsoring new H-1B visas at this time.
- Ground floor opportunity at a well-funded startup (backed by top-tier VCs)
- Work directly with founders and customers
- Shape product decisions and company culture
- Competitive salary and equity. Compensation is calibrated based on experience and demonstrated skill following the interview process.
- Embrace new technologies to help be amazing for our customers
