AI Principal Engineer
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Wed, Jun 17, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days
Job Summary
Seeking a hands-on AI Principal Engineer for a contracted to full-time remote position, this role will design and implement AI-powered features, build intelligent agents, and drive technical architecture decisions while collaborating closely with the CEO and VP of Product.
Key responsibilities
- Design and implement key AI-powered features from architecture to production
- Build and evolve intelligent agents using modern LLM frameworks and ensure high code quality
- Define and track success metrics related to model performance and user satisfaction
Required qualifications
- Deep experience building AI/ML systems, particularly with LLMs in production
- Hands-on experience with modern AI tooling, including prompt engineering and vector databases
- Strong product instincts with a focus on solving real user problems
- Previous experience in a startup or fast-paced environment is preferred
- Availability for a 6-day workweek with consistent overlap in the US timezone
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