Applied AI Engineer

Thread AI

$145K — $200K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong engineering background with expertise in production AI workflows and data processing pipelines.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML tools, including understanding their capabilities and limitations.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical team members.
  • Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and data storage solutions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking for tackling complex design challenges.
  • Knowledge of software development best practices like version control and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

  • Develop end-to-end customer AI workflows and manage their production.
  • Create innovative, scalable software solutions aligned with customer needs and strategic goals.
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing to prototype solutions that influence product and infrastructure roadmaps.
  • Solve real-world problems through effective software engineering practices.
  • Maintain high standards in quality and performance of delivered applications.

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity work environment embracing diversity in all forms.
  • Encouragement to apply even if all qualifications aren't met.
  • Collaborative culture within a small, dedicated technical team.
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a cutting-edge field.
  • Flexible job requirements including the potential for travel.
Full Job Description
About The Role

We are looking for a skilled engineer to play a key role in developing robust AI workflows. On a daily basis, you will build end-to-end customer workflows, take them to production, and solve real world problems. You will be responsible for creating innovative, scalable, and high-performing software solutions that meet both the needs of our customers and the company's strategic objectives. You will also work directly with sales and marketing on forward leaning prototypes that will help shape the future product and infrastructure roadmaps of Thread AI and our customers.

What We're Looking For
  • 5+ years of strong engineering background with a focus on delivering production AI workflows with experience in data processing pipelines and advanced analytics tools
  • Experience working with AI/ML tools and products, with an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the technologies
  • Strong coder with demonstrated proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in teams of technical and non-technical individuals, with a strong spike in clear communication to both internal and external stakeholders
  • Experience with database systems (SQL/NoSQL, embeddings) and data storage solutions.
  • A strong emphasis on high decomp skills, with the ability think creatively to develop effective solutions to complex design challenges while balancing project delivery expectations
  • Work experience with software development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git), automated testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD)
  • Leadership and collaboration qualities, enthusiasm for real-world, responsible impact
  • Ability and interest in traveling, if needed to client sites, but flexible based on personal preferences

Compensation

$145,000 - $200,000 + Equity

This is a full-time, in-person position based at our New York City office.

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