Founding AI Engineer

BJAK; Remote; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A self-funded AI division seeks a Founding AI Engineer to build intelligent systems from ML models to real user experiences. This role requires strong Python skills, 2-5 years in full-stack engineering, and the ability to integrate ML models. The position offers competitive compensation, a remote-first setup, and a chance to shape a new AI product. Ideal candidates thrive in ambiguity and prioritize user outcomes over pure coding.

Leistungen

Competitive compensation

Remote-first setup

High-impact role with visibility

Qualifikationen

• Strong proficiency in Python is required.
• 2-5 years of experience in full-stack or backend-heavy engineering.
• Experience integrating ML models into production systems.

Aufgaben

• Build and ship full-stack features powered by ML models.
• Work closely with ML engineers to integrate models.
• Own the full development lifecycle from architecture to deployment.

Kenntnisse

Proficiency in Python

Programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript

Integration of ML models into production

Building APIs and distributed systems

Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Node.js

React

FastAPI

Flask

Docker

Jobbeschreibung

Build intelligent systems end-to-end - from models to real-world product experiences.

A1 is a self-funded AI division backed by BJAK, operating fully in stealth. We’re building a new global consumer AI application around an important but non-mainstream use case — something real, practical, and deeply impactful.

As a Founding AI Engineer, you will work at the intersection of machine learning, backend systems, and product engineering, turning models into polished, high-performing user experiences. You’ll work closely with a small, senior, technical team and have ownership across the entire engineering stack.

Why This Role Matters

• You will be the bridge between powerful ML models and real user-facing product experiences.
• You’ll shape the foundation of an entirely new AI product from zero — architecture, systems, and the first shipped features.
• You’ll work across ML integration, backend logic, and frontend experiences — building intelligent systems end-to-end.
• You’ll operate in a lean, fast, execution-driven environment where clarity, ownership, and craftsmanship matter.
• Your work directly influences the technical direction, velocity, and engineering DNA of A1.

What You’ll Do

• Build and ship full-stack features powered by ML models (LLMs, deep learning, multimodal, etc.)
• Work closely with ML engineers/researchers to integrate models into scalable, reliable backend systems
• Develop APIs, pipelines, and real-time services that support intelligent product behavior
• Build clean, performant UIs that surface model outputs in intuitive ways
• Own the full development lifecycle — architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, monitoring
• Drive technical decisions that balance speed, quality, and scalability
• Collaborate directly with product and design to iterate fast and refine user workflows
• Continuously improve system performance, latency, stability, and model integration

You’ll Thrive Here If You…

• Own outcomes - you care about the end user, not just the code
• Enjoy working across ML, backend, and frontend layers
• Move fast with clarity - V1 shipped today beats V3 planned for someday
• Thrive in ambiguity - you figure things out without waiting for perfect specs
• Think like a builder - small team, high leverage, real impact
• Learn aggressively - new frameworks, tools, and ideas excite you
• Bring energy, discipline, and a high bar for execution
• Communicate clearly and enjoy collaborating with deeply technical teammates

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent
• Strong proficiency in Python (required)
• 2–5 years of experience in full-stack or backend-heavy engineering
• Strong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js, React, or similar)
• Experience integrating ML models into production systems
• Solid understanding of building APIs, distributed systems, and cloud deployments
• Comfortable working with SQL/NoSQL databases
• Strong grasp of software architecture, testing, reliability, and debugging
• Ability to work independently in a lean, remote-first, high-ownership environment

Nice to Have

• Experience deploying ML models (FastAPI, Flask, TensorFlow Serving, Triton, etc.)
• Familiarity with modern frontend stacks (Next.js, Vue, TypeScript)
• Experience with ML tooling (MLflow, Airflow, Docker, K8s, GCP/AWS)
• Exposure to LLM fine-tuning, embeddings, or model optimisation
• Background in startups or fast-moving product teams
• Interest in explainable AI or designing UI patterns for complex model outputs

What You’ll Get

• Competitive compensation with meaningful ownership and long-term upside
• Remote-first setup - flexibility across regions and time zones
• High-impact role with visibility across engineering, ML, and product
• A chance to shape a new global AI product from day zero
• Flat, technical culture - your ideas and code matter
• The backing of a profitable group valued at over US$2B, but the speed of a startup
• A seat at the table in defining the future of A1

About A1

A1 is a self-funded, independent AI division backed by BJAK. We’re building a new consumer AI application around a high-impact global use case that isn’t yet addressed by mainstream players. Operating fully in stealth, we’re assembling a small, elite team of ML and engineering builders who care about shipping real systems that make a difference.