Fountane inc

Position Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Lead with a strong background in cloud-native application development, microservices architecture, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering complex enterprise-grade applications and will

be capable of leading a large team to build scalable, secure, and high-

performance systems. This person will not only be a technical expert but also an effective people manager, fostering growth and collaboration within their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead by example, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to team knowledge-sharing efforts.
• Provide guidance on best practices, architecture, and development processes.
• Drive the design and implementation of cloud-native enterprise applications, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Champion the adoption of microservices principles and design patterns across the engineering team.
• Maintain a hands-on approach in software development, contributing directly to code while balancing leadership responsibilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, UI/UX, DevOps,
• QA, Security) to ensure successful delivery of features and enhancements.
• Continuously evaluate and improve the development process, from CI/CD pipelines to code quality and testing.
• Ensure application security best practices are followed, addressing vulnerabilities and potential threats in a proactive manner.
• Help define technical roadmaps and provide input on architectural decisions that meet both current and future customer needs.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation within the engineering team.

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Skills:

Core Technologies: Strong expertise in Go (Golang),

with the ability to pick up new languages and technologies as required.

Additional Skills: Familiarity with other languages such as

Node.js and Java is an advantage.

Cloud Expertise: Hands-on experience with cloud technologies,

particularly AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Microservices Architecture: Proven experience in building and

maintaining cloud-native, microservices-based applications.

Security Awareness: Deep understanding of security principles,

especially in the context of developing enterprise applications.

Development Tools: Proficiency in version control systems (Git),

CI/CD tools, containerization (Docker), and orchestration platforms

(Kubernetes).

Scalability & Performance: Strong knowledge of designing

systems for scalability and performance, with experience managing

large-scale systems.

Communication Skills:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex business concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong presentation skills to effectively convey technical information and business value to clients.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients across different time zones and cultural backgrounds.

Experience:

• At least 5-10 years of experience in software engineering with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role managing a team of developers.
• Proven track-record for delivering performant and scalable applications.
• Experience working in client-facing roles, providing technical consulting, and managing client expectations.

Leadership Skills:

• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and motivate a team of engineers.
• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

LIFE AT FOUNTANE:

• Fountane offers an environment where all members are supported, challenged, recognized & given opportunities to grow to their fullest potential.
• Competitive pay
• Health insurance
• Individual/team bonuses
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Fun/challenging variety of projects/industries
• Flexible workplace policy - remote/physical
• Flat organization - no micromanagement
• Individual contribution - set your deadlines
• Above all - culture that helps you grow exponentially.

Qualifications - No bachelor's degree required. Good communication skills are a must!

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Established in 2017, Fountane Inc is a Ventures Lab incubating and investing in new competitive technology businesses from scratch. Thus far, we’ve created half a dozen multi-million valuation companies in the US and a handful of sister ventures for large corporations, including Target, US Ventures, and Imprint Engine.

We’re a team of 80 strong from around the world that are radically open-minded and believes in excellence, respecting one another, and pushing our boundaries to the furthest it's ever been.

A Little Bit About The Role

As a Senior Product Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the design vision and strategy within our team. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical proficiency, and leadership skills to deliver impactful user experiences. You will lead design initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive innovation that aligns with business objectives while championing a user-centric approach. You will mentor junior team members and contribute to a culture of design excellence.

What You Will Be Doing

Design Leadership:

• Define and execute design strategies that enhance usability, visual appeal, and functionality.
• Lead end-to-end design processes, from discovery and ideation to prototyping and final execution.
• Conduct and oversee user research, usability testing, and feedback integration.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align design efforts with business goals.
• Facilitate workshops and design reviews to gather feedback and ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Advocate for user-centric design principles across the organization.

Mentorship and Growth:

• Mentor junior designers and researchers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Provide constructive feedback during design critiques and help refine design processes.

Innovation and Strategy:

• Stay updated with industry trends and implement best practices in UX/UI design.
• Explore and integrate emerging tools, techniques, and frameworks to advance our design capabilities.

What you will need to be great in this role

Experience & Expertise:

• 7-10 years of professional experience in UX/UI design, product design, or a related field.
• Mastery of design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality design solutions for web and mobile platforms.
• Deep understanding of user research methodologies, visual design principles, and accessibility standards.

Skills:

• Exceptional ability to create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
• Strong storytelling and communication skills to present ideas effectively to various audiences.
• Strategic thinking to align design efforts with overarching business and user needs.

Leadership:

• Demonstrated ability to lead design projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience mentoring and growing design talent within a team.

Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving skills with a user-first mindset.
• Adaptability and openness to feedback in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and pushing the boundaries of design innovation.

Portfolio Requirements:

• A well-curated portfolio showcasing your expertise in solving complex user problems through intuitive and impactful design solutions.
• Examples of end-to-end design processes, highlighting your role in research, ideation, prototyping, and final execution.

Certifications (Optional but Beneficial):

• UX certifications (e.g., Nielsen Norman Group, Interaction Design Foundation).
• Design thinking certifications (e.g., IDEO, LUMA Institute).
• Agile or Scrum certifications for working effectively in agile product development environments.

NOTE: This role is ideal for a designer passionate about creating meaningful and innovative user experiences while leading a dynamic team to achieve excellence in design.

Preferred Skills

Storyboarding, User Experience (UX), User Interface Design, Usability, Information architecture, Site Maps, User Flows, Wireframing (Figma), Prototyping, Minimalism, Lateral Thinking, Problem-solving skills, Design Thinking, Accessibility, Design Systems

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, Product Design, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience in design may be considered.

Life At Fountane

• Fountane offers an environment where all members are supported, challenged, recognized & given opportunities to grow to their fullest potential.
• Competitive pay
• Health insurance for spouses, kids, and parents.
• PF/ESI or equivalent
• Individual/team bonuses
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Fun/challenging variety of projects/industries
• Flexible workplace policy - remote/physical
• Flat organization - no micromanagement
• Individual contribution - set your deadlines
• Above all - culture that helps you grow exponentially!

A Little Bit About The Company

Established in 2017, Fountane Inc is a Ventures Lab incubating and investing in new competitive technology businesses from scratch. Thus far, we’ve created half a dozen multi-million valuation companies in the US and a handful of sister ventures for large corporations, including Target, US Ventures, and Imprint Engine.

We’re a team of 100 strong from around the world that are radically open-minded and believe in excellence, respecting one another, and pushing our boundaries to the furthest it's ever been.

JOB TITLE: Senior Full-Stack Developer (with Stronger Backend Expertise)

LOCATION: Remote/Hybrid

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE ROLE:

We're looking for a talented developer who thrives on solving complex problems and designing scalable, modular systems. You should excel at breaking down problem statements into smaller chunks and developing algorithms to address all possible scenarios. With a strong focus on backend technologies and experience in full-stack development, you will play a critical role in driving our technical solutions.

Fountane operates on a scrum-based Agile delivery cycle, and you will actively contribute to refining and optimizing this process. You’ll collaborate with product owners, user experience designers, QA engineers, infrastructure, and operations teams to deliver effective and robust solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Develop production-grade, modular, reusable, and scalable software.
• Take ownership of the end-to-end development and deployment of portfolio company solutions.
• Design system architecture, flowcharts, layouts, and documentation to identify and implement solutions.
• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code.
• Produce technical specifications and assess operational feasibility.
• Integrate software components into cohesive systems.
• Develop software verification plans and implement quality assurance procedures.
• Maintain and document software functionality.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to improve performance.
• Deploy applications and evaluate user feedback for continuous improvement.
• Adhere to project plans, industry standards, and best practices.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE GREAT IN THIS ROLE:

• Experience:5 -7 years of professional experience in backend and full-stack development.
• Backend Expertise: Proficient in designing APIs, database management, and building scalable backend architectures.
• Full-Stack Skills: Demonstrable experience with technologies like React.js, Node.js, Angular, and Firebase.
• Programming Foundations: Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and proficiency in JavaScript and its ecosystem.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (preferred) or Google Cloud Platform.
• Tech Stack Familiarity: Hands-on experience with MongoDB, Express, Hasura, GraphQL, and other modern tools in the backend ecosystem.
• Agile Methodologies: Ability to work efficiently in an Agile environment and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

SOFT SKILLS:

• Collaboration: Thrive in a team-oriented environment across diverse geographies.
• Adaptability: Excel in dynamic, fast-paced scenarios.
• Open-mindedness: Embrace innovative ideas and unconventional approaches.

LIFE AT FOUNTANE:

• Fountane offers an environment where all members are supported, challenged, recognized & given opportunities to grow to their fullest potential.
• Competitive pay
• Health insurance
• Individual/team bonuses
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Fun/challenging variety of projects/industries
• Flexible workplace policy - remote/physical
• Flat organization - no micromanagement
• Individual contribution - set your deadlines
• Above all - culture that helps you grow exponentially.

Qualifications - No bachelor's degree required. Good communication skills are a must!

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Established in 2017, Fountane Inc is a Ventures Lab incubating and investing in new competitive technology businesses from scratch. Thus far, we’ve created half a dozen multi-million valuation companies in the US and a handful of sister ventures for large corporations, including Target, US Ventures, and Imprint Engine.

We’re a team of 80 strong from around the world that are radically open-minded and believes in excellence, respecting one another, and pushing our boundaries to the furthest it's ever been.

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Microsoft Administrator with a strong focus on security and administration to support our team on a short-term basis. This is a contract role, ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in Microsoft technologies and a proactive approach to maintaining and enhancing system security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer Microsoft platforms, including Azure Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and other related services.
• Implement and monitor security measures across Microsoft environments.
• Perform regular system audits, updates, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Microsoft applications and configurations.
• Collaborate with the IT team to enhance existing security protocols and implement new best practices.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Microsoft Administrator or similar role.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft security frameworks and administration tools.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Active Directory, Intune, and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals or equivalent.
• Experience in contract-based IT projects is a plus.

LIFE AT FOUNTANE:

• Fountane offers an environment where all members are supported, challenged, recognized & given opportunities to grow to their fullest potential.
• Competitive pay
• Health insurance for spouses, kids, and parents.
• PF/ESI or equivalent
• Individual/team bonuses
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Fun/challenging variety of projects/industries
• Flexible workplace policy - remote/physical
• Flat organization - no micromanagement
• Individual contribution - set your deadlines
• Above all - culture that helps you grow exponentially!

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Established in 2017, Fountane Inc is a Ventures Lab incubating and investing in new competitive technology businesses from scratch. Thus far, we’ve created half a dozen multi-million valuation companies in the US and a handful of sister ventures for large corporations, including Target, US Ventures, and Imprint Engine.

We’re a team of 80+ strong from around the world that are radically open-minded and believes in excellence, respecting one another, and pushing our boundaries to the furthest it's ever been.

Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Data Architect to join our team and help design, implement, and optimize data systems that support high-end analytical solutions for our clients. As a customer-centric Data Architect, you will work closely with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into robust, scalable, and efficient technical solutions. You will be responsible for end-to-end data modelling, integration workflows, and data transformation processes while ensuring security, privacy, and compliance.In this role, you will also leverage the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and large language models (LLMs) to deliver high-impact solutions that drive business success. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of data infrastructure, optimization techniques, and cost-effective data management

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Collaboration:

– Partner with clients to gather and understand their business

requirements, translating them into actionable technical specifications.

– Act as the primary technical consultant to guide clients through data challenges and deliver tailored solutions that drive value.

•Data Modeling & Integration:

– Design and implement scalable, efficient, and optimized data models to support business operations and analytical needs.

– Develop and maintain data integration workflows to seamlessly extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources into data repositories.

– Ensure smooth integration between multiple data sources and platforms, including cloud and on-premise systems

• Data Processing & Optimization:

– Develop, optimize, and manage data processing pipelines to enable real-time and batch data processing at scale.

– Continuously evaluate and improve data processing performance, optimizing for throughput while minimizing infrastructure costs.

• Data Governance & Security:

–Implement and enforce data governance policies and best practices, ensuring data security, privacy, and compliance with relevant industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

–Collaborate with security teams to safeguard sensitive data and maintain privacy controls across data environments.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

– Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, and business

analysts to ensure that the data architecture aligns with organizational objectives and delivers actionable insights.

– Foster collaboration across teams to streamline data workflows and optimize solution delivery.

• Leveraging Advanced Technologies:

– Utilize AI, machine learning models, and large language models (LLMs) to automate processes, accelerate delivery, and provide

smart, data-driven solutions to business challenges.

– Identify opportunities to apply cutting-edge technologies to improve the efficiency, speed, and quality of data processing and analytics.

• Cost Optimization:

–Proactively manage infrastructure and cloud resources to optimize throughput while minimizing operational costs.

–Make data-driven recommendations to reduce infrastructure overhead and increase efficiency without sacrificing performance.

Qualifications:

• Experience:

– Proven experience (5+ years) as a Data Architect or similar role, designing and implementing data solutions at scale.

– Strong expertise in data modelling, data integration (ETL), and data transformation processes.

– Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).

• Technical Skills:

– Advanced proficiency in SQL, data modelling tools (e.g., Erwin,PowerDesigner), and data integration frameworks (e.g., Apache

NiFi, Talend).

– Strong understanding of data security protocols, privacy regulations, and compliance requirements.

– Experience with data storage solutions (e.g., data lakes, data warehouses, NoSQL, relational databases).

• AI & Machine Learning Exposure:

– Familiarity with leveraging AI and machine learning technologies (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn) to optimize data processing and analytical tasks.

–Ability to apply advanced algorithms and automation techniques to improve business processes.

• Soft Skills:

– Excellent communication skills to collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.

– Strong problem-solving ability with a customer-centric approach to solution design.

– Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, understandable terms for non-technical audiences.

• Education:

– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

LIFE AT FOUNTANE:

• Fountane offers an environment where all members are supported, challenged, recognized & given opportunities to grow to their fullest potential.
• Competitive pay
• Health insurance for spouses, kids, and parents.
• PF/ESI or equivalent
• Individual/team bonuses
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Fun/challenging variety of projects/industries
• Flexible workplace policy - remote/physical
• Flat organization - no micromanagement
• Individual contribution - set your deadlines
• Above all - culture that helps you grow exponentially!

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Established in 2017, Fountane Inc is a Ventures Lab incubating and investing in new competitive technology businesses from scratch. Thus far, we’ve created half a dozen multi-million valuation companies in the US and a handful of sister ventures for large corporations, including Target, US Ventures, and Imprint Engine.

We’re a team of 80+ strong from around the world that are radically open-minded and believes in excellence, respecting one another, and pushing our boundaries to the furthest it's ever been.