Software Product Engineer

Software Product Engineer

Remote | Contractor | Half-time to Full-time

About SPACE44

AI is changing how organisations operate, but most businesses struggle to move beyond isolated AI tools and disconnected experiments.

At SPACE44, we deploy PIPE44, our AI operations platform, inside client environments and work alongside organisations to embed AI into the way they operate. We govern how AI agents access information, interact with business systems and deliver consistent, reliable outcomes across the organisation.

We don’t deliver strategy decks or one-off implementations. We build, operate and continuously improve AI capability within our clients’ businesses. We run the system, we own the outcomes, and we stay.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for experienced software engineers who are excited about combining strong engineering fundamentals with modern AI-native development.

You’re a builder. You may come from a full-stack or backend background, you already work with AI agents as part of your daily workflow, and you care about what users need, not just what the ticket says. You’re comfortable working inside unfamiliar codebases, collaborating with engineering teams and delivering production-quality software from day one.

You’ll work as a Software Product Engineer inside client development teams, building and owning features end to end, using AI agents to accelerate delivery, and helping engineering teams adopt AI-native ways of working.

You’ll work directly with client engineering teams every day, but you won’t own the commercial relationship: that remains with SPACE44’s Client Solutions Managers.

What You’ll Do

• Join client engineering teams as an embedded Software Product Engineer.

• Own features end to end, from understanding what users need through to delivery and ongoing improvement.

• Deliver production-quality software across frontend and backend, alongside client developers.

• Work with AI agents in an intent-first way: define what done looks like, direct the agents, and review and test what they produce.

• Build and customise AI agents, skills and instructions that improve engineering workflows and software delivery.

• Introduce practical AI-native development practices through everyday collaboration with engineering teams.

• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive engineering work and improve development efficiency.

• Share successful engineering patterns across client engagements and contribute directly to the ongoing evolution of PIPE44.

• Work closely with Client Solutions Managers to ensure technical delivery supports each client’s broader AI transformation objectives.

Requirements

• 5+ years building production software as a full-stack or backend engineer.

• Experience building across both frontend and backend.

• Experience with PHP, React or Node.js is a strong advantage.

• Experience designing and building modern web applications, APIs and distributed software systems.

• Strong understanding of software architecture, engineering best practices and maintainable production code.

• Experience working with AI agents in an intent-first way: defining what done looks like, directing agents, and reviewing and testing what they produce.

• Working knowledge of LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and AI agents.

• Comfortable learning new languages, frameworks and client technology stacks quickly.

• Proficiency with Git version control.

• Track record of reliable, consistent delivery in remote engineering teams.

• Comfortable working inside established engineering processes while contributing improvements.

• Strong ownership mentality: you deliver what you commit to.

• Business-fluent English (written and verbal). German is an advantage.

Working Model & Benefits

• Fully Remote Environment: Work remotely from within our eligible countries, with normal business hours, flexibility and no on-call rotation.

• Flexible Work Schedule: Enjoy a non-linear workday designed to support productivity and work-life balance, with core hours for team collaboration.

• Gradual Onboarding: Start with a planned transition as you get up to speed with our systems, processes and client environments.

• Professional Growth: Access training opportunities to strengthen your skills and grow your career.

• Innovative Projects & Tools: Work on cutting-edge AI projects using modern engineering tools and technologies in a progressive remote environment.

• Meaningful Ownership: Take ownership of engineering outcomes, influence client delivery and contribute directly to the evolution of PIPE44 through real-world experience.

• Competitive Income: Receive competitive compensation, with regular performance reviews.

• Global Team Dynamics: Collaborate with a diverse international team that values openness, ownership and teamwork.

• Long-Term Client Impact: Work on ongoing engagements where your contribution compounds over time rather than ending after a once-off implementation.