Software Engineer

Who We Are: Beyond the Current Limits of AI Interaction

• CaLab is a rapidly scaling startup pioneering the next generation of AI applications. Our core mission is to solve the most difficult challenge in Generative AI: bridging the gap between abstract human intent and highly functional, verifiable, structured digital output.
• We are among the very first, if not the first globally, to tackle this challenge with proprietary technology poised to entirely redefine the sector. Our vision is clear: we are here to revolutionize the world of engineering design, automating previously inaccessible processes and unlocking unprecedented levels of innovation.
• We are operating in a vast and underserved market, developing proprietary AI solutions that automate complex, industry-specific workflows. We seek to hire the foundational engineer who will architect the system responsible for this revolutionary translation process.

Who We Are Looking For: The Specialist in High-Performance System Integration

We are searching for a highly skilled and creative
Senior Software Architect
to lead the technical design and implementation of our core application engine. This critical role requires mastery in System-Level Programming, Complex Data Structures, and High-Performance Computational Middleware
.
If your expertise lies in designing robust software that handles massive datasets, prioritizes computational efficiency (speed and memory), and integrates advanced ML models into a cohesive system, you are the candidate we seek.

Essential Qualifications: Technical Mastery

• System Language Proficiency:
  Expert command of
  C++
  for high-performance computing, crucial for low-latency processing and system resource management.
• Complex Data Structure Design:
  Proven experience designing and implementing highly efficient data models for storing, retrieving, and manipulating vast amounts of structured, non-textual information (e.g., spatial, geometric, or hierarchical data).
• Software Architecture & Performance:
  Deep experience designing and scaling complex application backends or specialized desktop systems, focusing on concurrent processing (multi-threading) and optimizing code for computational speed.
• Generative AI Integration:
  Experience integrating sophisticated ML/AI models (e.g., LLMs, Vision Models) into core system logic, with a focus on data validation and output fidelity within the application's processing pipeline.
• Professional Experience:
  5+ years of relevant experience in software engineering, with at least 1-2 years focused on system architecture.

Specialized Knowledge (Strong Plus)

• Computational Data Structures:
  Proven background in geometric or large-scale spatial data management (e.g., partitioning, indexing algorithms).
• Experience developing stable, high-performance desktop or industrial visualization applications.
• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• Startup experience, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a strong goal-oriented drive to build a business from the ground up.
• Fluency in Italian and a potential willingness to reside in Southern Italy.

Compensation and Offer

• This is a unique opportunity to build a foundational, proprietary product in the Generative AI space from the ground up.
• Annual Gross Salary (RAL):
  €45,000 – €80,000+ (Highly negotiable based on depth of experience and technical leadership capability).
• Incentive Package:
  Potential for a significant
  Stock Option package
  , rewarding long-term contribution and core ownership.
• Job Category:
  System Architecture / Generative AI Engineering

CaLab is an Equal Opportunity Employer.