Senior Agentic AI Software Engineer

Skydance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 124,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

HBO Max/Paramount+ subscriptions

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Skydance seeks a Senior Agentic AI Software Engineer to architect and build next‑gen enterprise applications, modernizing core systems with agentic AI and modern protocols. You will bridge legacy foundations with automated, intelligent workflows, delivering scalable, secure software across Python, .NET, and Node.js ecosystems.

You will collaborate across teams to implement AI-driven testing, maintain architectural integrity, and optimize AI tooling for performance and reliability in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise software development experience with .NET, Python, or Node.js in a business-critical setting.
• 3+ years of experience with Angular and TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience using AI development tools such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot agent mode, and/or Claude Code on production codebases, with strong code review, testing and ownership.
• Working knowledge of MCP for integrating AI tools with local and remote data sources.
• Ability to translate complex technical and AI concepts for non-technical stakeholders and executive management.

Responsibilities

• Deploy agentic workflows and MCP-enabled tools to bridge legacy APIs with modern services.
• Port legacy systems to an Angular front end backed by Python, .NET, or Node.js with cloud services.
• Translate requirements into executable specs, tasks, and acceptance criteria while generating documentation and analyses.
• Lead AI-driven testing agents for unit, integration, and property-based tests.
• Oversee human-in-the-loop reviews of AI-generated commits while maintaining security and compliance.

Skills

NET

Python

Node.js

Angular

TypeScript

GitHub Copilot

Cursor

Claude Code

MCP

AI concepts

Tools

Azure DevOps

SQL

NoSQL

Vertex AI

Job description

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.

Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

Overview

The Paramount Technology department supports our global content company by delivering a high-quality viewing experience, supporting system infrastructure, and creating innovative ways for our employees to collaborate. If you are interested in a strategy focused on growth, transformation, and ongoing innovation where you can help “reinvent the broadcasting wheel,” Paramount Tech has a role for you.

Paramount Tech is seeking a Senior Agentic AI Software Engineer to architect and build the next generation of our business-critical systems. This role focuses on modernizing our core engineering ecosystem using agentic AI and modern AI protocols, bridging robust legacy foundations with automated, intelligent workflows.

We are looking for skilled engineers who understand the craft of building, deploying, and maintaining business-critical enterprise applications. While agentic AI continues to accelerate delivery, it does not replace the creativity and judgment required to ship applications at this scale. Whether you are grounded in Python, .NET, or Node.js, you should know how to construct, troubleshoot, deploy, and maintain top-performing applications in a dynamic delivery environment while continuously shipping new features without disrupting business operations.

Responsibilities

• Deploy agentic workflows and MCP-enabled tools to bridge legacy APIs with modern application services.
• Use agentic AI tools and MCP to automate boilerplate, refactoring, and the porting of legacy systems to an Angular front end backed by Python, .NET, or Node.js, leveraging native cloud services where appropriate.
• Transform natural-language requirements and user stories into executable specifications, intent-based tasks, and acceptance criteria while automatically generating supporting documentation, diagrams, and impact analyses.
• Use high-speed AI iteration to explore multiple architectural directions in parallel, shifting from concept to draft PR with minimal overhead.
• Implement AI-driven testing agents for unit, integration, and property-based tests.
• Lead human-in-the-loop reviews of AI-generated commits while keeping architectural integrity, security guardrails, and compliance front and center.
• Curate codebase context, including indexing, agent rules, and MCP servers, and optimize developer-facing AI tools to minimize token usage and latency while maximizing generation accuracy.
• Apply OWASP standards and additional security practices related to data and IP protection, encryption, secure key storage and rotation, and defense against internal and external threats.
• Estimate effort and milestones using AI-assisted planning.
• Translate delivery metrics into status updates that executive stakeholders can act on.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise software development experience, including deep experience with .NET, Python, or Node.js in a business-critical setting.
• 3+ years of experience with Angular and TypeScript.
• Proven hands‑on experience using AI development tools such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot agent mode, and/or Claude Code on real production codebases, with clear discipline around review, testing, and code ownership.
• Working knowledge of MCP for integrating AI tools with local and remote data sources.
• Ability to translate complex technical and AI concepts for non-technical stakeholders and executive management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience with Azure AI Services, AWS Bedrock AgentCore, Google Vertex AI Agent Builder, or similar agent frameworks.
• 3+ years of experience with database modeling, storage, and retrieval using SQL and/or NoSQL, including writing and maintaining complex queries.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or equivalent build and release pipelines.
• Deep knowledge of system prompts, chain‑of‑thought prompting, planning and agent modes, and “rules” files used to govern AI behavior.
• Experience specifically migrating systems using agentic AI.
• Active contributions to open‑source AI projects or frameworks.
• Advanced certifications in Azure AI or cloud architecture.
• Experience with RPA tools such as Automation Anywhere, UiPath, or similar enterprise automation platforms.
• Experience with batch scheduling, queuing, or integration technologies.
• Experience with multi-region or multi-zone cloud configurations.
• Experience with multi‑agent systems, orchestration, or RAG workflows.
• Experience with application telemetry and observability.
• A background in media technology.

About Skydance

Skydance is a next‑generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct‑to‑Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $124,000.00 - 186,000.00.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short‑ and long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards.
This position is bonus eligible.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here.
• Generous paid time off.
• Complimentary subscriptions to HBO Max, Paramount+, and other Skydance streaming services and digital news products.
• Robust employee engagement opportunities, including access to exclusive screenings and events, speaker series, volunteer activities and more.

Skydance is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)

We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation during the job application and/or recruitment process. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.