Staff Software Engineer, AI Foundations (AI Agent Optimization)

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Software Engineer AI Foundations (ai Agent Optimization) to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will lead work at the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a technology-driven environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $224,000 – $302,400 annually

Responsibilities

• Design and build agentic coding systems to ensure high-quality outputs
• Maintain and expand knowledge of agentic coding and AI application development patterns
• Take end-to-end ownership of new features and improve developer experience
• Collaborate with AI Foundations team to enhance existing agents and develop new capabilities
• Write public technical documentation for the company concepts and APIs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional work experience in software engineering
• Proven experience optimizing AI systems using machine learning and systems techniques
• Fluency in multiple programming languages, particularly Python, TypeScript, Java, and Go
• Deep experience with concurrent programming and knowledge of concurrency primitives
• Strong technical communication skills, both written and verbal, in English

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO with 12 Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
• 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K plan with company matching
• Perks for learning and development, home office setup, and WFH meals
• Access to mental wellness resources including the Calm app

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.