AI ENGINEER @ MERCY SYNAPSE
We are seeking an experienced AI Engineer to join a well-funded startup. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leveraging their strong background in Python and backend systems to develop and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions. This role requires expertise in integrating AI inference into production environments, ensuring high performance, monitoring, and API orchestration. The successful candidate will drive innovation utilizing the latest Large Language Models (LLMs) and agentic frameworks like LangGraph/LangChain. The role is fully remote within the United States.This position demands a minimum of 4 years of experience in AI or backend engineering at top tech companies. You should be highly proficient with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, and comfortable with data retrieval and model fine-tuning. The compensation for this challenging and rewarding role is highly competitive, offering a salary between $165,000 and $240,000 USD per annum.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in backend-leaning or AI engineering at top tech companies.
- Strong Python background and proficiency with relevant libraries.
- Expertise in AI frameworks such as PyTorch, LangChain, or Hugging Face.
- Familiarity with advanced data engineering, retrieval techniques, and model fine-tuning processes.
- Proven experience integrating AI inference into robust production systems, including API orchestration and monitoring.
- Deep understanding and practical experience with leading Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Ability to optimize LLM performance and conduct fine-tuning for specific tasks.
- Previously shipped efforts utilizing agentic frameworks, specifically langgraph or langchain.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment at a well-funded startup.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to code quality.