Principal AI Engineer - Backend Developer

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
8+ years in backend software engineering with 5+ years in Python development .
Strong experience in AI/ML system integration , preferably with LLMs, embeddings, and agent-based architectures.
Proven track record in cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP), with deep understanding of cost optimization and performance tuning .
Hands-on experience with:
Databases : Neo4j, Pinecone, PostgreSQL (Aurora).
Frameworks : FastAPI, Flask, Django, LangChain, Haystack.
MLOps/LLMOps tools : model deployment, monitoring, retraining pipelines.
Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) .
Excellent problem-solving, system design, and debugging skills.
Preferred Skills
Prior experience in a stealth startup or 0 → 1 product build environment.
Knowledge of FinOps practices and cloud governance frameworks.
Exposure to autonomous agent frameworks and policy-as-code systems.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
What We Offer
Founder-level equity participation with long-term upside.
Opportunity to define the AI backbone of a next-generation enterprise platform.
A mission-driven environment combining AI innovation with cloud cost and performance optimization .
Direct collaboration with world-class founders, advisors, and cloud/AI experts.