Software Engineer, Growth

Cursor4 months ago

Location

SF / NY

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 130,000 – 200,000

Level

Mid

Role

Software Engineer

Posted

Oct 30, 2025

Full TimeMid

The role

Summary

Cursor is seeking a Software Engineer for their Growth team to design and implement systems for onboarding, monetization, and product experience at an AI-powered coding automation company. The role requires entrepreneurial mindset, product engineering expertise, and passion for AI transformation in a flat, talent-dense organization.

What you'll do

Product Growth Engineering: Design and implement systems and features for user onboarding, monetization flows, and core product experience optimization

Full-Stack Development: Build end-to-end features spanning frontend interfaces, backend APIs, and database interactions for growth initiatives

AI Integration: Integrate machine learning models and AI capabilities into product features to enhance user experience and automation

Growth Analytics: Implement tracking, analytics, and experimentation frameworks to measure and optimize user acquisition and retention

Performance Optimization: Optimize application performance, load times, and user experience across onboarding and core product flows

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with design, product, and research teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions

Code Quality Assurance: Participate in code reviews, maintain testing standards, and ensure high-quality, maintainable codebase

User Experience Enhancement: Create intuitive user interfaces and seamless workflows that balance powerful functionality with ease of use

What we look for

Technical

Full-Stack Engineering3-5 years of experience building web applications with modern JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and backend technologies

Product DevelopmentStrong background in product engineering with focus on user experience, growth metrics, and business impact

AI/ML IntegrationExperience integrating machine learning models, APIs, or AI services into production applications

Growth EngineeringFamiliarity with A/B testing, analytics implementation, conversion optimization, and growth hacking techniques

Database ManagementProficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL) and understanding of data modeling for user analytics

API DevelopmentExperience designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices architecture

Education

Computer Science DegreeBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Relevant CourseworkStrong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and software engineering principles

Experience

Product Engineering3-5 years of experience in product-focused engineering roles, preferably in startups or growth-stage companies

Growth Team ExperiencePrevious experience working on growth, onboarding, or monetization features

Startup EnvironmentExperience working in fast-paced, small team environments with high autonomy and impact

AI/ML ProductsPreferred experience building AI-powered products or developer tools

Skills

Required skills

JavaScript/TypeScriptAdvanced proficiency in modern JavaScript and TypeScript for full-stack development

React DevelopmentStrong experience with React ecosystem including hooks, context, and state management

Backend DevelopmentSolid understanding of server-side development with Node.js or similar technologies

Database DesignExperience with SQL databases and data modeling for user analytics and growth metrics

API IntegrationProficiency in REST API design, third-party integrations, and microservices architecture

Growth MindsetData-driven approach to feature development with focus on user acquisition and retention metrics

Nice to have

Machine LearningFamiliarity with ML model integration, AI APIs, or natural language processing

DevOps KnowledgeUnderstanding of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment

Analytics PlatformsExperience with Mixpanel, Amplitude, Google Analytics, or similar growth analytics tools

Payment SystemsKnowledge of Stripe, subscription billing, and monetization platform integration

A/B TestingExperience with experimentation frameworks like LaunchDarkly, Optimizely, or custom solutions

Performance OptimizationSkills in frontend performance optimization, caching strategies, and scalability patterns

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 130,000 – 200,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Cozy Office Spaces

Beautiful offices in North Beach San Francisco and Manhattan New York with well-stocked libraries

Flat Organization

Very flat organizational structure with direct access to leadership and high impact opportunities

Talent Dense Team

Work alongside exceptional engineers and researchers in a small, highly skilled team environment

Cutting-Edge Technology

Work at the frontier of AI transformation with access to latest tools and technologies

Creative Environment

Culture that encourages spirited debate, crazy ideas, and rapid experimentation

High Impact Role

Opportunity to create outsized business impact in a mission-critical role at a fast-growing AI company

Professional Growth

Accelerated learning and career growth in AI, growth engineering, and product development

Competitive Package

Competitive salary, equity, and benefits package appropriate for top-tier startup talent

Interview process

1
Initial Screening — Application review and initial fit assessment based on experience and cultural alignment
2
Technical Interviews — 2-3 short technical interviews focusing on coding skills, system design, and problem-solving abilities
3
Onsite Interview — Full day onsite visit to work on a small project, discuss ideas with team, and assess cultural fit
4
Team Meeting — Meet with various team members to evaluate collaboration style and technical communication skills