For our client, we are seeking a Software Engineering SMTS / LMTS - AI Core (REMOTE) to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space. This role will shape foundational AI capabilities and the tooling that supports them across a production environment. You will partner closely with engineering stakeholders to improve retrieval, answer quality, and the reliability of AI-driven experiences. The position combines deep backend and AI systems work with technical leadership, influencing architecture, execution, and operational standards. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $172,500 – $260,100 annually

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end retrieval initiatives, designing and operating systems for optimal content answering Drive the technical design of developer tooling for production agents, enhancing engineering efficiency Own and improve answer quality by diagnosing retrieval and generation issues Design content and data models for effective ingestion and retrieval of diverse data sources Establish safe practices for AI changes, including evaluation and monitoring protocols Set performance benchmarks for retrieval, indexing, and agent orchestration Ensure operational health and reliability of systems, participating in incident resolution Qualifications 5-7 years of experience in production AI or backend systems with a focus on LLM applications Expertise in building retrieval systems using RAG and hybrid search techniques Proven ability to develop tooling for production agents, including multi-agent orchestration frameworks Experience managing platform initiatives from design to adoption, particularly in retrieval and indexing Strong technical leadership skills with a track record of influencing architecture and execution Proficiency in backend languages such as Ruby on Rails, Python, JavaScript, or Go, along with SQL experience Hands-on experience with the AI application lifecycle, including deployment and evaluation

Benefits

Opportunity to shape foundational AI capabilities and tooling Ownership of significant projects with increasing influence as you deliver Engagement in a high-impact environment with a focus on dependable AI experiences Collaborative culture that values strong ideas and decisive execution Potential for rapid career growth and increased technical scope over time Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.