Research Engineer, Full Stack

Socket.dev; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mistral is seeking a talented software developer to join our AI-focused team in Palo Alto. You will collaborate with researchers and engineers to integrate cutting-edge AI models into client software, building scalable full-stack applications that connect seamless front-end and back-end experiences.

The role emphasizes strong coding in Python and TypeScript, experience with React/NextJS/VueJS and NodeJS, and clear communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years as a technical individual contributor on cutting-edge technologies.
• Strong coding skills in Python and TypeScript.
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, NextJS, or VueJS.
• Experience with back-end technologies such as NodeJS.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• Strong communication skills for explaining complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with researchers, AI engineers, and product engineers to integrate cutting-edge AI models into client software.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications with seamless front-end to back-end integration.
• Develop complex use cases with internal stakeholders, guiding production integration with UI and API interfaces.
• Partner with product and science teams to improve product and model capabilities based on internal feedback.

Skills

Python

TypeScript

React

NextJS

VueJS

NodeJS

Software design principles

Data structures & algorithms

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering or related field

Job description

About Mistral

Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems—across high-stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector—co-creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.

We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.

The Role

What You Will Do

• Collaborate closely with researchers, AI engineers, and product engineers on complex customer projects, integrating cutting‑edge AI models into clients’ software products.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust full-stack applications, ensuring seamless integration between front‑end and back‑end systems.
• Develop complex use cases with our internal stakeholders, providing guidance and ensuring the best production integration with back‑end and front‑end interfaces.
• Collaborate with our product and science team to continuously improve our product and model capabilities based on internal feedback.

What We’re Looking For

• You are fluent in English
• You hold a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• You have 2+ years as a technical individual contributor on cutting‑edge technologies
• You have strong technical coding skills in Python and TypeScript
• You have experience with front‑end frameworks such as React, NextJS, or VueJS.
• You have experience with back‑end technologies such as NodeJS.
• You have a solid understanding of software development principles, including design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• You hold strong communication skills with an ability to explain complex technical concepts in simple terms with technical and non-technical audiences

Ideally you have:

• Experience with LLM/GenAI models
• Contributed to open-source projects or libraries
• Experience as a Customer Engineer, Forward Deployed Engineer, Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect or Technical Product Manager

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location‑specific perks.

For the most up‑to‑date details on benefits available in your location, please refer to our Benefits page.

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