Product Engineer (AI-Native Super-Cell)

<h4><strong>The Mission: Beyond Syntax, Into Product Ownership</strong></h4><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-528"><span>Search Atlas is moving beyond suggestions to <strong>full execution</strong>. In the era of agentic AI, the mechanical act of writing code has become a commodity. We are no longer hiring "ticket-takers";</span></p><div><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-529"><span>You will join a high-leverage, cross-functional pod (1 PM + 1 Designer + 2–3 Product Engineers) where one senior engineer using <strong>Claude Code</strong> and <strong>Parallel Git Worktrees</strong> matches the throughput of an entire legacy team. Our org chart now matches our product: autonomous, agentic, and focused on outcomes.</span></p><hr></div><h4><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h4><h5><strong>1. End-to-End Product Orchestration</strong></h5><ul><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-530"><span><strong>Own the Outcome:</strong> Move beyond "code matching specs" to deliver complete, validated digital products that solve real user problems.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-531"><span><strong>Direct Discovery:</strong> Participate in user interviews and monitor support channels to maintain a deep <strong>Customer Context</strong>.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-532"><span><strong>Interrogate the "Why":</strong> Challenge feature requests to ensure they align with growth metrics and business strategy.</span></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h5><strong>2. Agentic Development &amp; ADLC</strong></h5><ul><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-533"><span><strong>Parallel Orchestration:</strong> Use <strong>Claude Code</strong> and <strong>Cursor</strong> to manage multiple AI streams simultaneously across frontend features, backend migrations, and refactors via Git worktrees.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-533"><span><strong>Define Intent:</strong> Establish the goals, guardrails, and project context that AI agents require to turn requirements into production-ready features.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-533"><span><strong>Validate the Abstraction:</strong> Elevate your judgment above the syntax to review AI-generated code for strategic alignment and systemic architecture.</span></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h5><strong>3. Full-Stack Systems Engineering</strong></h5><ul><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-536"><span><strong>Platform Mastery:</strong> Maintain scalable <strong>Django REST</strong> applications, <strong>PostgreSQL</strong> schemas, and <strong>Next.js</strong> architectures.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-537"><span><strong>Reliability &amp; Scale:</strong> Oversee fault-tolerant <strong>Celery</strong> task processing and optimize server-side rendering/hydration.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-538"><span><strong>Observability:</strong> Monitor AI-agent decision trees and system performance using <strong>Sentry, Datadog, and Grafana</strong>.</span></p><div><hr></div></li></ul><h4><strong>Requirements</strong></h4><ul><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-539"><span><strong>Strategic Mindset:</strong> 6+ years of experience with <strong>Python 3</strong> and <strong>Django REST Framework</strong>, with a "Product Engineer" archetype (Technical Excellence + Customer Context).</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-539"><span><strong>AI-Native Fluency:</strong> Proven ability to use <strong>Claude Code</strong>, <strong>Cursor</strong>, and agentic frameworks as a primary development interface.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-539"><span><strong>Systems Thinking:</strong> Deep expertise in <strong>Next.js/React</strong> and <strong>PostgreSQL</strong> in high-concurrency production environments.</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-539"><span><strong>Technical Taste:</strong> The ability to distinguish between "correct syntax" and a "correct product solution".</span></p></li><li><p id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-539"><span><strong>High Agency:</strong> A self-starter who notices systemic friction and orchestrates a solution independently.</span></p></li></ul><hr><h4 id="p-rc_3d2874b3b1f97e6f-539"><strong>Salary &amp; Benefits</strong></h4><ul><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Salary</strong>: $4,500 - $5,500 USD per month (depending on your location and skills/experience)</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Benefits</strong>: 15 Days Paid Time Off + Christmas Day + New Year's Day Paid Off</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>This position is paid in USD</strong>, which is approximately R$24,000 - R$29,500 BRL depending on the current exchange rate. The BRL equivalent may vary over time due to currency fluctuations, as all compensation is issued in USD.</p></li></ul><div class="MsoNormal"><hr></div><h4 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Our Recruitment Process</strong></h4><ol><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Initial screening call with our recruitment team</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Assessment to showcase your skills (if applicable)</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Final interview with our VP of Engineering</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Offer extended</p></li></ol><div class="MsoNormal"><hr></div><h4 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Life at Search Atlas Group</strong></h4><p class="MsoNormal">We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance, innovation, and a collaborative, inclusive culture, no matter where you work. We host monthly virtual game days and events, and our team enjoys the flexibility of contributing to charity initiatives of their choice.</p><h4 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Our core values:</strong></h4><ol><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Collaborative &amp; Engaged</strong>: We're a tight-knit team that supports each other and shares knowledge.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Excellence Driven</strong>: We aim for the highest standards, always raising the bar.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Self-Starter Mentality</strong>: We take initiative and problem-solve independently.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Innovative</strong>: We embrace change, experiment, and think outside the box.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Student Mentality</strong>: We learn from our mistakes and constantly evolve.</p></li></ol><h4 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></h4><p class="MsoNormal">We're proud of the recognition we've received for our growth and commitment to creating a positive, inclusive work environment:</p><ul><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Nevada's Top Workplaces</strong> - #1 Small Business, Best New Ideas</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Best Start-Up Agency</strong> (U.S. Search Awards)</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Top B2B Companies</strong> (Clutch)</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Inc's On The Rise</strong> and <strong>Best Places to Work</strong> (Inc. Magazine)</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p><strong>Great Place to Work Certified</strong> (Great Place to Work)</p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">Want to hear more? Here's our Founder, Manick, on why you should <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mkdDMkSym4">work with us</a> at Search Atlas.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p>