Engineering Manager - AI Platform & Systems Leader

uiAgent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial equity

Competitive salary with cash bonus

Flat organizational structure

Top-tier equipment

Healthcare benefits

Daily team dinners

Office with skyline view

Job summary

A forward-thinking tech startup in New York seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the architectural development of an AI-native platform. Candidates should possess over 6 years of engineering experience, with a proven track record in managing high-performing teams and deploying AI/ML systems. The role demands a hands-on technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, facilitating growth and collaboration within the engineering team. Competitive salary, equity, and team-oriented culture included.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience, with 2+ years in management.
• Deep technical fluency, especially in system design and scaling.
• Experience managing AI/ML teams and deploying production systems.
• History of building high-performing teams and a strong management craft.
• Comfort functioning in a startup environment where priorities shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical direction and architecture for the AI platform.
• Manage a team of 6–10 engineers across various specialties.
• Define hiring standards and contribute to team culture.
• Create effective processes to balance speed and quality.

Skills

Technical leadership

AI/ML experience

Team building

System design

Startup adaptability

Job description

A forward-thinking tech startup in New York seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the architectural development of an AI-native platform. Candidates should possess over 6 years of engineering experience, with a proven track record in managing high-performing teams and deploying AI/ML systems. The role demands a hands-on technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, facilitating growth and collaboration within the engineering team. Competitive salary, equity, and team-oriented culture included.