City Detect | Full Stack Product Engineer (Design & Geospatial)
- Location: Tuscaloosa, AL | REMOTE (US)
- Type: Full-time
- Compensation: $110k–$159k + equity
- Source: Hacker News
About City Detect
City Detect uses AI and computer vision to map the physical world for cities. Sensors capture street-level conditions so local governments can find and respond to issues like blight and track how neighborhoods change over time. Founded in 2021, we are a Series A company working with municipalities across Texas, California, Florida, and beyond.
About the Role
We're looking for a frontend-leaning full stack engineer with a strong eye for design to own the map-heavy parts of our product. You will be responsible for building interactive maps, spatial data explorers, and dashboards that city staff use to make critical decisions. This is a mid-to-senior level role on a small team, offering the opportunity to work closely with the founders and take real ownership of your work.
Technical Stack
- Frontend: React, TypeScript
- Backend: Python, FastAPI on AWS Lambda
- Database: Aurora PostgreSQL + PostGIS
- Bonus Experience: Mapbox, deck.gl, Leaflet, D3, vector tiles/H3, or nation-scale OSM data.
Hiring Process
- Phone screen
- Portfolio/design review
- 1–2 technical conversations
- References
- Final chat with our CEO
- Note: No LeetCode.
Perks & Benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- $100/mo wellness stipend
- Team retreats twice a year
How to Apply
- Apply here: City Detect Careers
- Questions: bjorn@citydetect.com