https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/blaze-2/jobs/dzNmNuw-junior-software-engineer Y Combinator About What Happens at YC?ApplyYC Interview GuideFAQPeopleYC Blog Companies Startup DirectoryFounder DirectoryLaunch YC Startup Jobs All Jobs* Engineering* Operations* Marketing* SalesStartup Job Guide YC Startup Jobs Blog Find a Co-Founder Library SAFE Resources Startup SchoolNewsletterRequests for StartupsFor InvestorsHacker News Bookface Open main menu Apply for F2025 batch.Apply [e4e9eaaae0] Blaze Global Venmo for cross border payments Junior Software Engineer $10K - $18K / 0.25% - 0.50% Location Mexico City, CDMX, MX / Mexico City, Mexico City, MX Job Type Full-time Experience Any (new grads ok) Visa US citizenship/visa not required Connect directly with founders of the best YC-funded startups. Apply to role > Faiyam Rahman Faiyam Rahman Founder About the role Location: Mexico City, Mexico About Blaze: Ready to join a YC-backed startup revolutionizing global payments? Blaze is building the world's leading cross-border payments app, powered by USDC, to deliver seamless, low-cost transfers between the US, Latin America, and beyond. Backed by top-tier investors and Y-Combinator, we're on a mission to empower digital nomads, freelancers, and businesses with fast, affordable, and borderless financial solutions. Join us on the ground floor of a high-growth startup and shape the future of fintech! Learn more about Blaze here. Role Overview: As a Junior Software Engineer at Blaze, you'll be at the forefront of our AI-first approach, leveraging cutting-edge AI tools to build our payment platform in a fast-paced, challenging environment. We're seeking graduating seniors or recent graduates who are passionate about tinkering with AI, proficient in tools like Cursor, and excited to use AI-driven development to achieve 10x productivity. You'll need strong problem-solving skills to dive into issues hands-on and stay up-to-date on AI advancements to help us innovate. This is your chance to grow rapidly, make a global impact, and set the stage for a stellar career--or even launch your own startup one day. Key Responsibilities: * Use AI tools (e.g., Cursor, code generation, and prompting) to accelerate the design and implementation of end-to-end features for the frontend (mobile app and website, using React and React Native) and backend (NodeJS server). * Debug and resolve technical issues across the frontend and backend, combining AI-assisted workflows with hands-on problem-solving to ensure platform reliability. * Collaborate with the team to deliver secure, scalable code for a high-reliability financial application, integrating AI-driven efficiencies where possible. * Engage in system design discussions, proposing AI-enhanced solutions to improve architecture and development processes. * Stay current on AI advancements in software engineering and share insights to optimize our development practices. Qualifications: * Demonstrated ability to build interesting and functional projects (e.g., school projects, personal work, hackathons, or open-source contributions), ideally using AI tools. Applicants must provide a portfolio or links to examples of past work. * Strong grasp of JavaScript, CSS, and modern web technologies. * Familiarity with React, React Native, or similar frameworks; exposure to Next.js, GraphQL, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, or NestJS is a plus. * Proficiency in AI-driven development tools (e.g., Cursor, Windsurf, GitHub Copilot) and effective prompting techniques to boost productivity. * Ability to write clean, testable, and scalable code under tight timelines, with or without AI assistance. * Graduating senior or recent graduate in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. * Passion for using AI to achieve 10x development speed while maintaining strong problem-solving skills to address challenges directly. * Up-to-date knowledge of AI advancements in software engineering and eagerness to educate the team on innovative approaches. * Passion for fintech and solving real-world problems for global users. * High math and problem-solving skills are a plus. * Bonus: Hackathon wins, coding competition achievements, or notable AI-driven projects. What We Offer: * A rare opportunity to join a YCombinator-backed startup on the ground floor with equity. * Competitive compensation of MX$200,000 per year plus equity, offering both immediate and long-term rewards. * The chance to work directly with our founders, gaining insights and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs. * A high-intensity, supportive environment where you'll be challenged to grow technically and professionally. * The chance to make a tangible impact on our product and users in Mexico City and beyond. * A dynamic workplace in the heart of Mexico City. * A launchpad for your career--whether you aim to lead in tech or start your own company. How to Apply: Are you ready to leverage AI, grow, and build the future of global payments with Blaze? Send your resume, a portfolio or links to examples of projects you've built (especially those using AI tools), and a brief cover letter explaining why you're excited to tackle this challenge. About Blaze Blaze Blaze Founded:2023 Batch:S24 Team Size:5 Status: Active Location:Mexico City, Mexico X (Twitter) logo Founders Faiyam Rahman Faiyam Rahman Founder Twitter account Luc Succes Luc Succes Founder Twitter account Igor Zagnienski Igor Zagnienski Founder Footer Y CombinatorY Combinator Programs * YC Program * Startup School * Work at a Startup * Co-Founder Matching Company * YC Blog * Contact * Press * People * Careers * Privacy Policy * Notice at Collection * Security * Terms of Use Resources * Startup Directory * Startup Library * Investors * SAFE * Hacker News * Launch YC * YC Deals Make something people want. Apply TwitterFacebookInstagramLinkedInYoutube (c) 2025 Y Combinator