Full-Stack Developer (Next.js + Laravel) — AI Character Platform (Full-Time, Long Term)

We’re hiring a strong full-stack developer for a full-time, long-term role.

We are building an AI character platform and you’ll work on cutting-edge systems across:
- AI image generation
- AI text generation
- Memory systems
- RAG pipelines
- Agentic workflows
- Frontend and backend product development

What You’ll Do
- Maintain and improve our production Next.js + Laravel platform
- Build features end-to-end (UI, APIs, data model changes)
- Debug and resolve issues quickly with high reliability
- Improve performance, quality, and system robustness
- Collaborate on architecture and ship pragmatic solutions fast

Non-Negotiables
- Design quality is paramount: clean, polished, modern UX/UI execution
- Bug-free delivery is paramount: high attention to detail and strong QA habits
- Mastery of AI workflows is paramount and will be evaluated in the hiring process

Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience with Next.js/React and Laravel
- Proven experience building and consuming REST APIs
- Strong SQL/database skills (MySQL or PostgreSQL)
- Comfortable with Git-based workflows and high-quality PR reviews
- Clear communication and ability to work independently
- Full-time availability only

Nice to Have
- Experience with auth flows (Laravel Sanctum, NextAuth, etc.)
- CI/CD and deployment experience (VPS, Docker, containerized infra)
- Performance and security hardening experience
- Experience integrating LLM tools and AI-assisted development workflows

Hiring Process
- Stage 1: Written answers to screening questions
- Stage 2: 15-minute intro call
- Stage 3: Technical problem-solving interview + system design interview
- Final Stage: Cultural fit interview

If you’re a high-ownership builder who cares deeply about product quality, design, and engineering rigor, we’d like to hear from you.