About the role
HappyRobot is the AI-native operating system for the real economy—a system that closes the circuit between intelligence and action. By combining real-time truth, specialized AI workers, and an orchestrating intelligence, we help enterprises run complex, mission-critical operations with true autonomy.
Our AI OS compounds knowledge, optimizes at every level, and evolves over time. We’re starting with supply chain and industrial-scale operations, where resilience, speed, and continuous improvement matter most—freeing humans to focus on strategy, creativity, and other high-value tasks.
You can learn more about our vision in our Manifesto.
HappyRobot has raised $62M to date, including our most recent $44M Series B in September 2025. Our investors include Y Combinator (YC), Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), and Base10—partners who believe in our mission to redefine how enterprises operate. We’re channeling this investment into building a world-class team: people with relentless drive, sharp problem-solving skills, and the passion to push limits in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment. If this resonates, you belong at HappyRobot.
Tech Profile
- Comfortable Full-Stack: React, TypeScript, Node.js.
- Strong proficiency in Python with hands-on experience.
- Experience building AI/ML applications.
- Manage APIs and other tools for robust integration with various third-party systems.
- LLM prompting and tuning of voices and transcribers. Constant iteration to perfect use cases.
- Building new features or entire MVPs.
Must have
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Founder Mindset: Hard work + independence + ownership.
Why join us?
- Opportunity to work at a high-growth AI startup, backed by top investors.
- Rapidly growing and backed by top investors including a16z, Y Combinator, and Base10.
- Ownership & Autonomy - Take full ownership of projects and ship fast.
- Top-Tier Compensation - Competitive salary + equity in a high-growth startup.
- Work With the Best - Join a world-class team of engineers and builders
About HappyRobot
Intelligence that runs your operations.
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Job details
Salary
$120,000 - $180,000
Location
Chicago, IL
Experience
0+ years
Funding
Total raised
$62M
Last stage
Series B
Investors
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.