Builders, not bystanders
Everyone here ships. We hire people who would rather make the thing than manage the people making the thing.
Help make powerful AI more personal.
We're a small team building private AI for personal hardware — engineers, researchers, and product builders who care about privacy by default. The work is hard, the ownership is real, and the bar is high. If that sounds like you, we should talk.
Why we're here
“We're building AI that expands what people can do on their own terms. That only happens when the team cares about the last 10% as much as the first 90%.”
You get meaningful responsibility from the start. Our teammates have shipped systems software, compiled models for real hardware, and launched products people use every day. In the same week, your work might touch the runtime, the compiler, and the product experience.
How we work
A few principles we actually hire and operate by.
Local over leased
Powerful AI should not require sending your work somewhere else. We sweat the details so private inference feels practical, not precious.
Trust is the product
People run models on files, code, and workflows that matter. Correctness, privacy, and judgment are non-negotiable, not features we get to later.
Bias to ship
Small teams, short feedback loops, real ownership. We'd rather learn on real hardware than debate in a doc.
Low ego, high standards
Strong opinions, held loosely. The best idea wins, regardless of who it came from or how senior they are.
Own the outcome
You're trusted with too much and bored by nothing. We hand you the problem and the latitude to solve it.
Hardware-aware
We build for real laptops and desktops, not benchmark fantasies. The best solution runs well on the machine someone already owns.
Privacy by default
Local-first is not a feature toggle. It is how the product is designed, not something users opt into after reading the fine print.
Think in systems
Compiler, runtime, and product are one problem. We optimize across the stack instead of polishing one layer in isolation.
Builders, not bystanders
Everyone here ships. We hire people who would rather make the thing than manage the people making the thing.
Local over leased
Powerful AI should not require sending your work somewhere else. We sweat the details so private inference feels practical, not precious.
Trust is the product
People run models on files, code, and workflows that matter. Correctness, privacy, and judgment are non-negotiable, not features we get to later.
Bias to ship
Small teams, short feedback loops, real ownership. We'd rather learn on real hardware than debate in a doc.
Low ego, high standards
Strong opinions, held loosely. The best idea wins, regardless of who it came from or how senior they are.
Own the outcome
You're trusted with too much and bored by nothing. We hand you the problem and the latitude to solve it.
Hardware-aware
We build for real laptops and desktops, not benchmark fantasies. The best solution runs well on the machine someone already owns.
Privacy by default
Local-first is not a feature toggle. It is how the product is designed, not something users opt into after reading the fine print.
Think in systems
Compiler, runtime, and product are one problem. We optimize across the stack instead of polishing one layer in isolation.
Benefits at a glance
We invest in benefits that help you do your best work and live well outside of it.
Health and family.
Healthcare coverage.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans so you and your family are covered.
Parental leave.
Paid parental leave so you can be present for the moments that matter at home.
Flexible time off.
Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and show up ready to do great work.
Financial and career planning.
Compensation and equity.
Competitive salary and meaningful equity so you share in what we build together.
Learning and growth.
A learning and conference budget to keep your skills sharp and your curiosity funded.
Daily life and wellness.
Wellness stipend.
A monthly wellness stipend for gym memberships, therapy, fitness, or whatever keeps you balanced.
Home office setup.
Equipment and setup support so your workspace at home is comfortable and ready to go.
Team recharge week.
An annual team recharge week to step away, reconnect, and come back with fresh energy.
Open roles
Find where you fit. Don't see your exact role? Reach out anyway.
Don't see the role for you?
We're always looking for ambitious people. Make a role for yourself by emailing careers@orafrontier.com.