AI Prototyper & Agentic Engineer (Associate)

Exelixis, Inc.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with company contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Stock purchase plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Exelixis, Inc. in Alameda, CA is seeking an Associate Engineer focused on AI and agentics. You will build AI-enabled prototypes, translate requirements into small components, and support prompts and API integrations. The role emphasizes responsible AI practices, documentation, and collaboration with a learning team.

The position requires a BS in CS/AI/DS or related field and offers a competitive salary with annual bonus potential. On-site work in Alameda, CA with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Foundational programming ability in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java or similar language.
• Basic understanding of software development fundamentals: data structures, APIs, Git, debugging, testing, documentation.
• Introductory knowledge of AI, ML, LLMs, prompt engineering, or data science concepts.
• Ability to learn AI-assisted development tools with supervision and review.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented and curious.
• Commitment to responsible AI, data privacy, security, and ethical tech practices.

Responsibilities

• Build AI-enabled prototypes, internal tools, and workflow automations.
• Translate requirements into small software components, prompts, tests, and configurations.
• Support prompt engineering, agent workflows, and API integrations.
• Use AI-assisted development tools to prototype, document, and improve code with review.
• Write and run basic unit tests and validation checks.
• Maintain clear setup notes, design summaries, and runbooks; document decisions.

Skills

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

Java

APIs

Git

Testing

Documentation

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

REST APIs

Notebooks

Databases

Cloud platforms

Job description

Exelixis, Inc. in Alameda, CA is seeking an Associate Engineer focused on AI and agentics. You will build AI-enabled prototypes, translate requirements into small components, and support prompts and API integrations. The role emphasizes responsible AI practices, documentation, and collaboration with a learning team.

The position requires a BS in CS/AI/DS or related field and offers a competitive salary with annual bonus potential. On-site work in Alameda, CA with full benefits.