AI Architect

VLink Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

VLink Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Lead AI Systems Architect to design, build, and scale our next-generation AI ecosystem.

You will lead architecture and implementation ofAgent-to-Agent frameworks, MCP integrations, and our proprietary AI development platform. Responsibilities include hands-on engineering, high-quality code, and mentoring engineers while standardizing architectural patterns across the company.

Qualifications

• Strong software architecture experience with hands-on production-grade LLM applications and AI systems.
• Deep understanding of multi-agent frameworks (e.g., LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI), prompt engineering, RAG pipelines, and vector databases.
• Proven experience with Model Context Protocol (MCP) or designing similar context-sharing and tool-calling protocols for GenAI.
• Proficiency in Python, TypeScript, or Go, along with cloud-native technologies (AWS/GCP/Azure, Kubernetes, Docker) and modern AI SDKs.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with ability to lead technical discussions and author RFCs.

Responsibilities

• Agent-to-Agent Architecture: design and implement multi-agent orchestration frameworks for autonomous negotiation, task delegation, and secure inter-agent communication.
• MCP Integration: architect MCP servers and clients to connect LLMs to data sources, tools, and enterprise environments.
• AI Platform Development: drive architectural vision for internal AI platform with high throughput, low latency, and developer workflows.
• Hands-on Engineering: write production-ready code, build prototypes, and establish engineering best practices.
• Technical Leadership & Communication: standardize architectural patterns; mentor junior engineers and explain complex concepts clearly.

Skills

Software architecture

LLM applications

Multi-agent frameworks

Prompt engineering

RAG pipelines

Vector databases

Leadership communication

Tools

LangGraph

AutoGen

CrewAI

Python

TypeScript

Go

AWS

GCP

Azure

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

VLink, founded in 2006, is a leading global provider of software engineering services with next-gen technologies and best-in-class talent. Our Headquarters are in the U.S, and we have offices in 7+ countries from North America-Europe to APAC, with expansion plans in the Middle East.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly skilled, hands-on Lead AI Systems Architect to design, build, and scale our next-generation AI ecosystem. In this role, you will lead the architecture and implementation of Agent-to-Agent frameworks, Model Context Protocol (MCP) integrations, and our proprietary AI development platform.

Core Responsibilities:

Agent-to-Agent Architecture: Design and implement multi-agent orchestration frameworks, focusing on autonomous negotiation, task delegation, state management, and secure inter-agent communication.

MCP Integration: Architect and build scalable Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and clients to securely connect LLMs to data sources, development tools, and enterprise environments.

AI Platform Development: Drive the architectural vision for our internal AI development platform, ensuring high throughput, low latency, and seamless developer workflows for training, testing, and deploying models.

Hands-on Engineering: Write high-quality, production-ready code, build prototypes, and establish engineering best practices for AI application development.

Technical Leadership & Communication: Standardize architectural patterns across the organization. Mentor junior engineers and explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders clearly and effectively.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Strong software architecture experience, with hands-on experience building and deploying production-grade LLM applications and AI systems.

Deep understanding of multi-agent frameworks (e.g., LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI), prompt engineering, RAG pipelines, and vector databases.

Proven experience with Model Context Protocol (MCP) or designing similar context-sharing and tool-calling protocols for GenAI.

Proficiency in Python, TypeScript, or Go, along with cloud native technologies (AWS/GCP/Azure, Kubernetes, Docker) and modern AI SDKs.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to lead technical discussions and author comprehensive architecture RFCs.

Employment Practices:

VLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This job application process may use AI-powered tools to assist in screening and evaluating applications based on objective, job-related qualifications. AI is used solely to support the recruitment process and all final hiring decisions are made exclusively by our human recruitment team.

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