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Full-time
On-site
New York
100% remote role No 3rd parties please, we cannot sponsor Visas for this opportunity.

We are building a team for this strategic client and are

seeking a few seasoned

Sr. AI Engineers

with 10–15 years (flexible) of development experience across modern cloud technologies to join us at the earliest stage of our journey. This opportunity begins as a

fractional engagement , providing hands-on leadership in

initial product development , with a clear path to grow into a

long-term, strategic role

as the company and product evolve. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with the adaptability, initiative, and collaborative spirit required to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities

Drive the

initial design and development

of AI-powered applications in a

Python + PostgreSQL + Azure

ecosystem.

Architect and implement scalable solutions using

Kubernetes, Docker, and SaaS deployment practices .

Translate early product concepts into working prototypes and production-ready systems.

Integrate AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn) into cloud-native applications.

Work closely with founders and product leaders to shape product direction and technical strategy.

Collaborate within a

small, agile team (3–5 engineers)

where each member’s contributions are critical.

Provide strategic input on scaling engineering practices and technology roadmap as the company grows.

Qualifications

10–15 years

of development experience, with strong expertise in cloud-native technologies.

Proficiency in the

Python technology stack

and

PostgreSQL database .

Hands-on experience with

Azure cloud infrastructure .

Proven track record with

Kubernetes, Docker, and SaaS deployments .

Familiarity with

AI/ML frameworks

and deploying models into production systems.

Startup and

early product development experience

strongly preferred.

Demonstrated adaptability, initiative, and learning agility in dynamic environments.

Excellent collaboration skills and ability to thrive in a small, fast-moving team.

Here's what this role offers:

A

fractional role at the outset , with the opportunity to expand into a

long-term strategic leadership position .

The chance to be

involved from the very beginning of product development , influencing both technology and product direction.

A collaborative, small-team environment where your work has immediate and visible impact.

Exposure to cutting-edge AI and cloud technologies in a high-growth startup setting.

Flexibility, autonomy, and strong professional growth opportunities, including potential for future equity/ownership.