Applied AI Staff Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Applied AI Staff Engineer (Python): Integrating cutting-edge AI models into existing veterinary software platforms with an accent on model evaluation, fine-tuning, and production observability. Focus on building robust AI-powered features, ensuring system performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to evolve the product ecosystem.

Location: Must be based in the USA

Salary: $150,000 - $230,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing, mission-driven company modernizing the animal health industry through a suite of procurement and practice management platforms.

What you will do

• Evaluate and select appropriate AI models to meet business requirements.
• Design and build evaluation frameworks and configure observability platforms for production AI systems.
• Collaborate with the data science team to fine-tune models for optimal performance.
• Develop and maintain AI-powered application features using Python.
• Validate model performance in real-world scenarios and troubleshoot production issues.
• Work directly with the CTO and engineering team to drive product innovation.

Requirements

• Must be based in the USA
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in software development with production-grade web applications.
• Strong knowledge of AI models, agent SDKs, agent harnesses, and fine-tuning techniques.
• Solid engineering fundamentals with backend technologies.
• Ability to design features with a focus on accuracy, security, and performance.
• No visa sponsorship available

Culture & Benefits

• 100% remote work environment within the USA.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Automatic 401k contribution and equity package.
• Open vacation policy and bi-annual company retreats.
• At-home office setup and monthly team events.