Distinguished Software Engineer, AI

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Execute agentic coding workflows on production code and assess their performance at scale.

• Develop tools, establish guardrails, conduct evaluations, and implement review processes for reliable agent-generated code.

• Create system designs and identify areas requiring human oversight.

• Implement product modifications utilizing products as test cases for innovative engineering methodologies.

• Collaborate with engineers, review their work, and facilitate the adoption of insights.

• Conduct interviews for potential candidates and assist in the hiring process for the team.

• Document insights for the wider engineering community.

• Design, construct, and deploy customer-facing AI-powered features using TypeScript, Go, and AWS.

• Architect and execute agentic workflows, LLM pipelines, and intelligent automation solutions.

• Integrate foundational models into product interfaces while managing latency, cost, quality, and evaluation aspects.

• Utilize AI-native development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, and others.

• Spearhead architecture and code reviews with a focus on reliability, security, and maintainability.

• Oversee projects from inception to production, including monitoring, iterations, and post-launch enhancements.

• Monitor advancements in AI tooling and foundational models, integrating pertinent developments into roadmaps and practices.

• Report to the CTO or an engineering team lead as the team evolves.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in building and deploying production software.

• Proven track record with reputable engineering firms (large tech companies, high-growth startups, or both).

• Demonstrated ability to lead and set the direction for teams.

• Strong foundation in computer science and system design principles.

• Extensive hands-on experience with AI coding tools on actual codebases.

• Familiarity with LLMs, encompassing agents, tool usage, evaluations, prompt design, and context design.

• Proficient in TypeScript and possess solid backend engineering skills.

• Experience in designing and managing distributed systems within cloud environments; AWS experience preferred.

• Practical experience with CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and industry-standard deployment practices.

• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing team structures.

• Demonstrated system design, AI-assisted coding, and project leadership during interviews.

• This position does not offer immigration sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Stock options.

• Health benefits.

• Unlimited PTO.

• Parental leave.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Annual performance-based incentive compensation awards may be available.

• Equity may be available.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.