Artificial Intelligence Engineer $100,000 USD/year Pay is set based on global value, not the local market.
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Description
The software development sector is undergoing rapid transformation, propelled by the need to accelerate development velocity, minimize human error, and improve code quality. These improvements are essential because they directly impact product time-to-market and customer satisfaction. Historically, the average timeline for software deployment has been delayed by conventional coding methodologies, with approximately 30% of projects running past their deadlines due to inefficiencies and errors.
IgniteTech is at the forefront of this transformation, incorporating advanced GenAI technologies to reimagine software architecture and development. Rather than focusing on incremental enhancements like traditional roles, this position provides the unique opportunity to spearhead transformative AI-driven initiatives. You will be positioned at the leading edge of AI integration, not merely to improve, but to fundamentally revolutionize software development processes and results, delivering substantial gains in efficiency and competitive advantage at a strategic level.
This position is tailored for individuals motivated to operate at the vanguard of technology and innovation. It is far from a routine operational or task-execution role; instead, it is a strategic position encompassing extensive research and development, prototyping, and applying AI to create next-generation software solutions. The ideal candidate is not only skilled in AI and software architecture but also possesses a visionary mindset for harnessing technology to drive business innovation.
In this capacity, you will guide our team in defining the architectural frameworks and strategies that embed AI into our software offerings. This role is central to our mission, and your contributions will directly shape the productivity and quality of our outputs. We encourage you to apply if you are committed to expanding the frontiers of technology and motivated to deliver meaningful impact within the software industry.
What you will be doing
- Architect comprehensive frameworks for AI-driven systems that automate intricate facets of software development, including architecture generation, dependency management, and advanced predictive coding.
- Immerse yourself in the latest advancements in AI and software engineering through R&D initiatives, conference participation, and active engagement with academic and professional networks. When new AI technology emerges, we must be among the earliest adopters.
What you will NOT be doing
- Routine Code Maintenance: Performing regular updates or debugging of existing software code to address minor issues or enhance functionality.
- Standard Software Development: Executing basic coding or software development assignments that involve implementing straightforward features or functionalities without AI integration.
Key responsibilities
- Apply your engineering expertise to achieve substantial increases in development speed, reductions in human error, and enhancements in code quality, resulting in accelerated time-to-market for software products and improved customer satisfaction.
Candidate requirements
- A minimum of 3 years of experience as a full-stack software developer (both front-end and back-end coding expertise is required)
- Extensive experience using GenAI code assistants (e.g., Github Copilot, Cursor.sh, v0.dev)
- Prior experience successfully implementing Generative AI products/projects/solutions/tools
- Prior experience utilizing different LLMs (e.g., GPT, Claude, Mistral) to address business problems
- An understanding of when and why to select specific LLM models for different tasks
- Demonstrated understanding and previous application of the Model Context Protocol (MCP)
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