Staff Software Engineer
Builds scalable systems for document processing using LLMs and AI/ML, designs novel human-AI interfaces, and owns end-to-end projects in a high-growth startup. Requires 7+ years experience deploying production AI systems with high agency.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain durable, scalable systems capable of processing 10s of millions of data points per month.
- Design and implement human ↔ AI interfaces for designing and understanding document processing.
- Have complete ownership over large areas of product and engineering with direct customer relationships.
- Work directly with CEO, CTO, and founding members to build out the team.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience building complex software systems in production environments.
- Experience at high-growth startups.
- Ability to take abstract projects end-to-end with high agency.
- Experience deploying AI/ML systems into production environments.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with developer tools.
Benefits
- 90% health insurance premium coverage.
- Relocation for candidates outside of NYC.
- Unlimited PTO.
- Daily lunch & snacks covered (plus dinner if late).
- Unlimited token/tooling access.
- Learning and development investment.
Skills
AI/ML, LLMs, Python, Kubernetes, Postgres, AWS, Docker, React, TypeScript, Document Processing
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