Agentic AI Engineer

Kargo; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kargo in San Francisco is seeking a software engineer to develop AI agents that autonomously navigate websites and optimize workflows. Ideal candidates will have strong Python skills and experience with browser automation tools like Playwright or Selenium.

In this role, you will collaborate with product and engineering teams, driving innovation in logistics. A strong background in software engineering and experience with APIs and emerging AI technologies are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software engineering experience building production systems.
• 1+ years building agentic workflows.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP.

Responsibilities

• Build AI agents that autonomously navigate websites.
• Develop browser automation solutions using relevant frameworks.
• Optimize agent performance and operational costs.

Skills

Python programming

API integration

Browser automation tools

LLMs and agent frameworks

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or related field

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

AWS

GCP

Job description

At Kargo, our mission is to build a connective tissue between the physical world of freight and the digital ecosystem used to manage it. We believe that advancements in smart infrastructure are critical to enabling a safer and more efficient future for logistics. Our loading dock sensor platform verifies all incoming and outgoing freight, aggregating data that enables shippers and carriers to efficiently manage dock operations, switch out suppliers and understand material flow in real time.

We care deeply about delivering the best solutions for our customers. As a member of the Kargo team, you will have the opportunity to develop and deploy tomorrow’s hardware & software solutions and help revolutionize logistics.

Responsibilities

• Build AI agents that autonomously navigate websites and execute complex workflows.
• Develop browser automation solutions using Playwright, Selenium, or similar frameworks.
• Design agent architectures leveraging LLMs, tool calling, memory, and planning capabilities.
• Integrate AI agents with APIs, SaaS platforms, and internal systems.
• Improve agent reliability through evaluation, testing, monitoring, and guardrails.
• Optimize agent performance, scalability, and operational cost.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to identify and automate high-value workflows.
• Stay current on emerging agent frameworks, models, and AI technologies.

Experience

• 3+ years of software engineering experience building production systems.
• 1+ years experience building agentic workflows.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Experience with LLMs, agent frameworks and browser automation tools.
• Experience integrating APIs and third-party services.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP.
• Startup experience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment is preferred.
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or a related field.

Kargo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.