Senior Software Developer at Archie Labs

During my time at Archie Labs, I worked on cutting-edge AI-powered platforms that generated and deployed web applications autonomously using AI agents and modern full-stack technologies.

Experience Overview

• Company: Archie Labs
• Role: Senior Software Developer
• Timeline: September 2024 - July 2025 (11 months)
• Tech Stack: TypeScript, Python, React, Next.js, AI Agents, PostgreSQL

About the Role

As a Senior Software Developer, I focused on building and maintaining AI-driven web applications. My responsibilities spanned both front-end and back-end development, bridging the gap between AI technology and practical user-facing applications.

Key Responsibilities

AI Integration

• Implemented AI generation processes, integrating agents, models, and AI algorithms into web applications
• Ensured efficient and scalable AI features that could handle complex user requirements
• Worked with multiple AI models to optimize for speed, cost, and quality

Front-End Development

• Designed intuitive, responsive user interfaces with focus on performance and accessibility
• Created real-time feedback systems to show AI generation progress
• Built conversational interfaces that allowed users to iterate on generated applications

Back-End Development

• Developed robust APIs and services to support AI features using Node.js and Python-based frameworks
• Implemented efficient job queuing and processing systems for long-running AI tasks
• Created checkpoint systems for error recovery and generation resumption

Data Handling & Processing

• Managed and processed large datasets to drive AI functionalities
• Ensured data security, optimization, and compliance with best practices
• Implemented caching strategies to improve performance and reduce costs

Collaboration

• Worked closely with data scientists and AI engineers to integrate complex algorithms into user-friendly applications
• Participated in code reviews and technical discussions to maintain high code quality
• Contributed to architectural decisions and technical planning

Continuous Improvement

• Kept up with the latest trends in AI, machine learning, and software development
• Enhanced application performance and scalability through iterative improvements
• Implemented automated testing and quality checks for generated code

Key Challenges & Solutions

Code Quality Consistency

One of the biggest challenges was ensuring generated code maintained consistent quality and style. I addressed this by creating component templates and implementing automated validation steps.

Managing Long Generation Times

Complex applications took several minutes to generate, risking user drop-off. I solved this by implementing detailed progress updates and streaming partial results, improving completion rates from 45% to 78%.

Error Recovery

Generation failures could leave applications in incomplete states. I built a checkpoint system that allowed users to resume failed generations, significantly improving reliability.

Skills Developed

Technical Skills:

• Advanced TypeScript and Python development
• AI/LLM integration (Anthropic Claude API)
• Real-time communication (Server-Sent Events)
• Complex state management
• Error handling and recovery patterns

Soft Skills:

• Problem-solving in ambiguous situations
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Technical communication
• Product thinking and user empathy

This role allowed me to blend AI innovation with full-stack development, creating solutions that drove business outcomes and improved user experiences.

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Key Takeaway: Working at Archie Labs taught me how to bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI technology and practical, user-friendly applications while maintaining high standards for code quality and reliability.