Offer summary

Qualifications:

3-5 years of professional coding experience, including 1-2 years in JavaScript., Strong ability to implement new solutions with minimal documentation., Desire to prove oneself and grow into a senior role., Excellent team fit and thrive in a low-bureaucracy environment..

Key responsibilities:

Build new features from start to finish.

Work on UI/UX improvements.

Write test code to ensure stability.

Build AI prompts and write evals to test them.

Job description

About HeyGov

HeyGov is a fast-growing Govtech startup. We're using AI tools to build new software that improves how local governments operate. We're pushing boundaries by delivering unexpected solutions using the latest technology from OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI tools.

Watch our intro video to learn more about who we are and the role we're hiring for:
https://youtu.be/9i9PQV6s2YQ

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a Full-Stack Product Engineer. Somebody to take full ownership, learn the codebase quickly and have a passion for shipping fast.

Our Tech Stack

- Frontend: Vue.js
- Backend: TypeScript, Express.js, MySQL (Drizzle ORM)
- AI/LLMs: OpenAI, Anthropic, Llama, Deepgram, AssemblyAI

Your Main Tasks

- Build new features from start to finish
- Work on UI/UX improvements
- Write test code to ensure stability
- Build AI prompts, write evals to test them

Tools You'll Be Using

- APIs from OpenAI, Anthropic, Deepgram, Stripe
- VS Code, Github Copilot, Cursor
- Linear
- Sentry
- Slack, Zoom

Our Approach

- We use First Principle thinking to challenge conventional assumptions
- We follow "The Mom Test" framework to understand our users better
- We rely on creativity and out-of-the-box thinking
- We implement a continuous learning cycle for constant improvement

What Sets Us Apart

- Proven Success: Over 200 paying municipal customers and growing weekly
- Established Sales Infrastructure and Processes:
- Robust sales, marketing, and support teams already in place
- Efficient lead generation and customer conversion system
- Real Traction: Not just an idea, but a thriving business with a growing market presence
- Growth Momentum: Recent uptick in user adoption (2025) driving need for faster iteration
- Industry Expertise: Deep experience in local government solutions
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Exciting projects leveraging AI and other innovative technologies
- Impactful Role: Opportunity to directly influence product development in a high-demand market
- Positive Culture: Supportive and fun team environment

Location

We're headquartered in Wisconsin, USA, but you can work remotely. You'd be working closely with the CTO who lives in Barcelona, Spain.

Our team works mostly US hours (Monday - Friday, 8AM - 4PM Chicago time zone). We require some overlap for team collaboration.

How to Apply

Watch the video to see if you think you'd like to work with us on solving the problems we're looking to solve. If so, apply through the Workable link. If your profile is interesting and seems to be a match for what we're looking for, we'll send you a link to fill out the Culture Index™️ survey.

Application Process

1. Apply online through Workable
2. Culture Index™️ survey (8-10 min)
3. Cultural fit interview with CTO and Owner (30 minutes)
4. Paid technical test
5. Follow-up interview and Q&A
6. Offer letter (if selected)

About HeyGov

- Website: https://heygov.com
- ClerkMinutes: https://clerkminutes.com
- CEO: Dustin Overbeck, dustin@heygov.com
- CTO: Andrei Igna, andrei@heygov.com

Join us in our mission to give local governments an unequal advantage through innovative technology solutions!

Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

- Desire to prove themselves
- Ambition to grow into a more senior role
- Willingness to take ownership and see projects through
- Not satisfied with just finishing tasks
- Eager to see things done and observe user adoption
- Interested in driving and witnessing growth

Technical Skills and Experience
- Professional coding experience (e.g. 3-5 years, with 1-2 years in JavaScript).
Note: We're also open to junior developers who have strong drive and potential
- Ability to implement new solutions with minimal documentation

Personal Qualities

- Be a likable person who fits our team culture
- Thrive in a very low bureaucracy environment
- Contribute to our hockey stick growth

Work Style
- Fast-moving and ownership-driven
- Big picture thinker
- Comfortable with rapid iteration and client feedback

Benefits

Work Environment

- Our company is headquartered in Wisconsin, USA, but you can work remotely
- Be heavily involved in steering the direction of the product
- Faster development cycle (from ideation to launch)
- Flexible work week with some overlap over US time zone

Financial and Wellness Benefits

- Internet stipend
- Gym membership stipend

Time Off

- Your public holiday schedule will be the country of your residency
- Plus 20 days off paid holiday

Professional Growth

- Opportunity to directly influence product development in a high-demand market
- Work with cutting-edge AI and innovative technologies
- Continuous learning and improvement cycle

Team Culture

- Supportive and fun team environment
- Collaboration with creative, out-of-the-box thinkers
- Low bureaucracy, high-impact work environment

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