AI Engineer

Optiver • New York City, NY

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced AI Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will focus on designing, developing, and deploying intelligent agents that leverage artificial intelligence to streamline operations and improve productivity. What you’ll get: You’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem-solvers. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, collectively tackling some of the toughest challenges in the financial markets. In addition, you’ll receive:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in developing Python applications
• Commercial or open-source experience developing AI agents using well-known frameworks or services
• Strong knowledge of Python, common AI/ML libraries, and integration with third-party services
• Experience with enterprise tools such as Git, Confluence, and Slack
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust AI agents using Python
• Integrate AI solutions with existing enterprise systems
• Evaluate third-party models and services, understanding their strengths and weaknesses
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand user needs and deliver effective agent solutions
• Maintain and improve a platform for evaluating AI agents
• Participate in code reviews and follow standard development practices using tools like Git and Confluence
• Troubleshoot and debug AI systems to ensure optimal performance

Benefits

• The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
• A highly competitive compensation package
• Global profit-sharing pool and performance-based bonus structure
• 401(k) match up to 50%
• Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• 25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
• Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees