AI Builder - Contract Role at Because in Palo Alto, CA

Summary: Because is a company dedicated to empowering older adults to lead independent lives. They are seeking an AI Native who can build and maintain automation solutions, connecting AI models and internal tools to enhance productivity from Day 1. Responsibilities: - AI Orchestration: Build and maintain the "glue" between AI models and internal tools - Rapid Prototyping: Ship 80% solutions in hours/days, not weeks - Problem Finding: Proactively identify tasks that "aren't worth the team's time" and automate them - Technical Querying: Handle complex data/AI queries to support leadership Required Qualifications: - GitHub Portfolio: Active history of commits and code quality (Mandatory) - Tool Proficiency: Expert-level use of AI coding agents (Claude, Cursor, etc.) - Background: CS or Engineering degree (or equivalent proven technical depth) - Mindset: High initiative; you do the next 3 steps before being asked Required Skills: AI coding agents, GitHub portfolio Important Skills: CS, Engineering degree Nice-to-Have Skills: High-Velocity Learner, High initiative, Proactive