Cwiz Founding Software Engineer
Cwiz is hiring a Founding Software Engineer. Join us in California or remotely in the US. This is a 4 month contract position with the potential to transition to full-time.
At Cwiz, we’re on a mission to modernize and streamline veterans’ disability claims processing. While millions of veterans are eligible for benefits, many face challenges navigating complex workflows and maximizing their claims. With the backing of Forum Ventures Studio, Cwiz is equipped to tackle these inefficiencies and drive meaningful change.
Our AI-powered claims management platform empowers advocates by:
Automating tedious case preparation
Maximizing client benefits
Improving lawyer-to-veteran communication
With multiple design partners ready to beta test our product, we’re poised to tackle inefficiencies in the VA claims process this year. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to drive meaningful change for the veteran community.
What We Are Looking For:
We’re seeking a Founding Software Engineer who thrives in an early-stage startup environment, takes ownership of the engineering stack, and is eager to shape the future of our platform.
You Have:
A strong technical background with hands-on experience in full-stack software development
Proficiency in a modern tech stack. Our stack includes: TypeScript (Next.js, Nest.js), Vercel, PostgreSQL, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and/or AWS
A strong product mindset with a passion for delivering customer value
Startup agility—the ability to move fast, iterate, and adapt in a dynamic environment
A proven technical understanding to make wise architectural choices and take smart risks
Bonus Points If You:
Are a Veteran
Have experience integrating LLM workflows or utilizing copilots in programming efforts
What You’ll Be Working On:
You’ll play a critical role in designing and building the core platform and integrations that power our mission. As a hands-on technical builder, you’ll:
Own the engineering stack end-to-end
Architect and develop scalable and efficient systems
Work closely with the founding team to shape product strategy
What We Offer:
A front-row seat to building a startup with a mission-driven founder and team
The equipment and resources you need to thrive in a remote environment
Full health benefits
The opportunity to work on a meaningful problem affecting millions of veterans
Meet the Founder
Kyle Aquino is a service-disabled veteran with firsthand experience navigating VA claims. As a MilVet founder community leader, seasoned entrepreneur, and naval officer Kyle brings deep industry insights, leadership, and direct access to retiring service members. His vision and experience position him to tackle this critical challenge effectively.
Backed by Forum Ventures
Cwiz is backed by Forum Ventures, a leading early-stage fund, program, and community for B2B SaaS startups based in New York, San Francisco, Toronto, and remote. Cwiz works with a team of ambitious humans who are former founders and startup operators to build the best B2B SaaS businesses in the world, from 0 to 1.
Commitment to Diversity
Cwiz is an equal-opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, or any, and other protected statuses as required by applicable law.
Our commitment to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, equity, and inclusion is foundational to what we do. We strongly encourage people from ALL backgrounds to apply for this position. Veterans, we especially encourage you to apply.
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.