Machine Learning Engineer (Startup - Project Helix)

Job Title: Founding AI Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer (Startup – Project Helix) Location: Remote (U.S. preferred) | Optional Hybrid (California) Compensation: $50,000 + Bonuses(depending on experience) About Us Project Helix is a next-generation AI startup focused on building autonomous decision-making systems across financial markets (stocks, options, crypto, and sports analytics). We are building an advanced AI platform that can:

• Analyze real-time data and market signals
• Generate predictive insights
• Execute decisions through integrated APIs
• Continuously learn and improve performance

This is a ground-floor opportunity to help architect and build a high-performance AI system from scratch. Role Overview We are looking for a highly technical, execution-focused AI engineer to join as a founding team member. You will be responsible for designing and building core AI systems, automation pipelines, and intelligent agents. This is not a maintenance role — you will be building cutting-edge systems from zero to scale. Responsibilities

• Design and build AI/ML models for prediction and automation
• Develop autonomous agent systems (LLMs + decision engines)
• Integrate APIs for trading platforms, data providers, and execution systems
• Build scalable backend systems (Python, FastAPI, Node, etc.)
• Optimize model performance, latency, and reliability
• Work directly with the founder on product direction and architecture

Requirements

• Strong experience in Python and backend development
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar)
• Familiarity with LLMs, agents, or automation frameworks
• Experience working with APIs and real-time data systems
• Ability to build independently with minimal supervision
• Startup mindset (fast, aggressive execution)

⭐ Bonus (Highly Valued)

• Experience with algorithmic trading or financial models
• Experience building autonomous systems or AI agents
• Knowledge of reinforcement learning or predictive modeling
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP)
• Prior startup or founding experience

⚡ What Makes This Different

• You will be a founding engineer, not just an employee
• Direct influence on architecture and product direction
• Opportunity for significant equity upside
• High-performance, fast-moving environment

How to Apply Send

• Resume or LinkedIn
• GitHub or past projects (REQUIRED)
• Brief explanation of the most advanced system you’ve built

We are not looking for average. We are building something elite.

Company DescriptionPremium Office Environment – Work from a high-rise office in Orange County with a focused, high-performance atmosphere (optional remote flexibility) Build Something That Matters – You won’t be maintaining code—you’ll be building a next-generation AI system from the ground up with real-world impact Direct Access to Leadership – Work side-by-side with the founder on product, strategy, and execution ⚡ Fast-Paced, High-Level Execution – No corporate bureaucracy. We move fast, test aggressively, and build at a high level Elite Culture – We are building a team of top performers only. High standards, high output, no dead weight Massive Growth Opportunity – As a founding engineer, your role and compensation grow directly with the company