Software engineer, generative AI

Overview

WRITER is where the world's leading enterprises orchestrate AI-powered work. Our vision is to expand human capacity through superintelligence, proving it's possible with powerful, trustworthy AI that unites IT and business teams to unlock enterprise-wide transformation. With WRITER's end-to-end platform, hundreds of companies like Mars, Marriott, Uber, and Vanguard are building and deploying AI agents grounded in their data and fueled by WRITER's enterprise-grade LLMs.

Valued at $1.9B and backed by investors including Premji Invest, Radical Ventures, and ICONIQ Growth, WRITER is rapidly cementing its position as a leader in enterprise generative AI.

We’re looking for an exceptional software engineer, generative AI to join our rapidly evolving team  this pivotal role, you'll be at the forefront of expanding human capacity by building the next generation of AI-powered solutions that transform how leading enterprises operate. You will develop a state-of-the-art platform that leverages cutting-edge generative AI technologies, from large language models to sophisticated agentic workflows, delivering seamless, scalable, and secure applications that redefine enterprise productivity.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of AI and contribute to a product that’s changing how the world works.

This role is hybrid, based out of our San Francisco, New York City, or London hubs. You’ll report to an engineering director or a senior engineering manager.

• Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure generative AI services and applications using Python and modern frameworks to drive enterprise-wide transformation
• Build and optimize high-performance, low-latency APIs and microservices for integrating advanced AI models and agentic workflows into our platform
• Collaborate closely with product managers, data scientists, and cross-functional engineering teams to translate complex business needs into innovative AI solutions, from concept to production
• Implement and maintain responsive user interfaces (primarily focused on backend enablement though some frontend interaction is expected) using technologies like React and Type Script to deliver intuitive user experiences
• Partner with Dev Ops teams building continuous deployment, logging and monitoring; ensuring top-tier performance and reliability
• Own key architectural components, ensuring best practices in code quality, security, and maintainability through rigorous testing and peer reviews

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a software engineer, with a strong emphasis on Python development in production environments. We are open to discussing seniority levels from Senior to Staff.
• Proven expertise in building and deploying generative AI applications, leveraging LLMs, vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Weaviate, pgvector), and modern open source agentic Frameworks.
• Deep understanding and practical experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, including containerization with Docker and Kubernetes
• Solid grasp of modern web technologies including FastAPI, Asyncio, and database systems like PostgreSQL
• A "Connect" mindset, thriving in collaborative settings where you actively engage with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers to achieve shared goals
• A "Challenge" spirit, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills to tackle complex technical hurdles and proactively suggest innovative improvements to our systems and processes
• An "Own" attitude, taking full accountability for delivering high-quality, resilient, and scalable code from conception through to production, continuously driving performance and maintainability

• Generous PTO, plus company holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid parental leave for all parents (12 weeks)
• Fertility and family planning support
• Early-detection cancer testing through Galleri
• Flexible spending account and dependent FSA options
• Health savings account for eligible plans with company contribution
• Annual work-life stipends for:
  • Wellness stipend for gym, massage/chiropractor, personal…