Staff AI Engineer

You.com • San Francisco, CA

1d • $200,000 - $290,000

About The Position

The Staff AI Engineer at you.com will play a pivotal role in advancing AI capabilities across Generative AI (e.g., large language models) and Search. This position focuses on researching, building, mentoring, and deploying innovative product experiences that redefine the potential of AI assistants. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, creativity, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI technology.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience improving backend and/or AI systems, with familiarity using Python
• Deep understanding of systems architecture
• Strong experience in shipping and scaling AI products
• You are an autonomous and highly-driven team player with a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and performance
• You love to share your knowledge and be a mentor to the team
• You are curious and have a strong ability to conduct both research and core engineering work
• Equivalent experience or relevant coursework to a BS or MS in Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related field.

Responsibilities

• AI Infrastructure Development: Oversee and enhance the core you.com LLM and AI infrastructure, along with the associated backend systems.
• End-to-End Project Leadership: Lead the development of new AI-driven projects, encompassing ideation, prototyping, research, infrastructure design, scalability, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Rapid Iteration: Adapt quickly to user feedback and evolving requirements, ensuring continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Hubs in San Francisco and New York City offering regular in-person gatherings and co-working sessions
• Flexible PTO with U.S. holidays observed and a week shutdown in December to rest and recharge
• A competitive health insurance plan covers 100% of the policyholder and 75% for dependents
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the US
• 401k program, 3% match - vested immediately!
• $500 work-from-home stipend to be used up to a year of your start date
• $1,200 per year Health & Wellness Allowance to support your personal goals
• The chance to collaborate with a team at the forefront of AI research
• Certain perks and benefits are limited to full-time employees only

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level