Full Stack Developer Who Wants to Create the Future of Social Commerce
(And Values Creativity and Impact Over Corporate Lunches)
TL;DR: We're OpenLoop Labs. We've built a thriving business in social commerce, and now we're ready to revolutionize it with an interactive, personalized video experience platform. We need an exceptional lead developer to join us in creating a dynamic system where content flows based on real-time user choices. This isn't a job – it's a daring adventure with massive payoffs.
But before we go further… if you’re like most devs, this role probably isn’t for you:
Most developers we meet are content with the predictable path – maintaining someone else's code, sitting through endless meetings, and watching their creative ideas die in committee. If that's your speed, we respect it, but this isn't your ride. We're looking for the rare breed who gets excited by blank canvases and complex challenges, yet understands that creating something extraordinary takes time. The kind of person who has the vision to see what's possible and the patience to build it right.
Most developers simply don't have the rare combination of technical excellence and product intuition we're looking for. If you're comfortable with "good enough" or prefer following specifications to creating solutions, you can stop reading now.
But if you're still here...
You're probably the kind of person who's always felt different. The one who sees systems where others see chaos. The developer who gets frustrated when potential for innovation is buried under corporate processes. The creator who knows there's a better way to do things.
The Truth Is...
We're looking for someone borderline obsessed. The kind of developer who lies awake at night thinking about elegant solutions to complex problems. Someone who sketches system architectures on napkins at dinner because an idea just can't wait. The type who reads technical blogs for fun and gets genuinely excited about discovering a more efficient way to do things.
We know you exist because we're the same way. Our conversations always drift towards exciting new products we could build. We send each other texts about new ideas at midnight. We get a rush from solving problems others thought impossible.
This isn't about mindlessly putting in long hours – it's about loving what you do so much that building amazing things doesn't feel like work. It's about being part of a team that shares your level of passion and drive. A team that understands when you say "I had this idea in the shower this morning..."
Why This Mission Matters:
We've already proven the model works – our creative combination of existing solutions is generating serious revenue and customers love it. Now comes the exciting part: building something extraordinary from the ground up. While we've mastered the business side, we need someone exceptional to help us create the technology that will transform this space and possibly the world.
About You:
- You solve problems creatively and independently, without needing hand-holding
- You understand that great products are built through iteration and refinement, not overnight shortcuts
- You don't just write code – you take responsibility for the entire solution
- You never stop learning and you’re endlessly curious
- You've architected and shipped real products that users love
- You think in systems and scalability, not just features
- You have strong opinions based on experience, but adapt when shown better approaches
- You thrive in roles where you can architect solutions, write code, and influence product decisions
Technical Requirements:
Must-Have:
- Deep expertise in React ecosystem and modern JavaScript
- Advanced API design and implementation experience
- Proven experience building scalable, maintainable systems
- Strong background in security and performance optimization
- Experience with payment processing systems and integrations
- Experience with canvas-based applications or SVG manipulation
- Familiarity with SMS verification systems (Twilio or similar)
- Familiarity with payment tokenization systems (Spreedly experience a plus)
Nice to Have:
- Experience with headless CMS architectures (WordPress or similar)
- DevOps and infrastructure automation
- Live video streaming implementation
- Experience with real-time data synchronization
- Familiarity with PHP ecosystems
- Experience with modern AI tools and frameworks (e.g., LangChain, OpenAI API, vector DBs)
- Track record of implementing AI features in production environments, or demonstrated ability to quickly master emerging AI technologies
Technical Challenges:
You’ll be working directly with the CEO and other experts to build new, game-changing technology that pushes boundaries. That means pushing yourself, learning new things, and finding creative solutions no one has thought of before. This opportunity will be full of growth and we need someone obsessed about building this with us.
The Team:
We're a small (but rapidly growing) crew of misfits who left cushy jobs because we wanted to make a difference and forge a new path. We value:
- Long-term vision over short-term gains
- Innovation over process
- Impact over ego
- Direct communication over politics
- Sustainable growth over quick exits
Location & Work Style:
We're based in the heart of Denver's thriving tech scene, and we believe in the power of in-person collaboration balanced with flexibility. Here's how we work:
- Hybrid arrangement: 3-4 days in our Denver office, remaining days remote
- Flexible hours that respect both deep work and team collaboration
- Regular brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas
- Easy access to Denver's amazing outdoor activities and tech community
Why hybrid? Because we've found that the best innovations happen when passionate people work closely together, sharing ideas in real-time and feeding off each other's energy. Those spontaneous whiteboard sessions and quick problem-solving huddles are where the magic happens. At the same time, we respect the need for focused, distraction-free work time.
The right person for this role doesn't just tolerate coming to an office – they're excited about working alongside equally passionate teammates who are building something extraordinary together.
The Opportunity:
This is a key early role with exponential growth potential. There's a clear path to technical leadership as we scale for someone truly exceptional. Compensation includes competitive base salary and performance-based profit sharing with equity opportunities for the right person.
We won't try to convince you to join us with ping pong tables or kombucha on tap. Instead, we offer something better: the chance to do the best work of your life, be heard, and share in the success you help create.
This isn't for 99% of people. But if you’ve made it this far, we have a feeling it might be for you.
What To Do Now:
Show us what you can do. Send us:
1. Your technical portfolio (GitHub, BitBucket, or direct examples of your work)
2. A brief note about a complex technical challenge you solved and how you approached it
3. Specifically why this opportunity excites you and why you’re a good fit.
Note: We're extremely selective. We'd rather wait for the right person than compromise on excellence.