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Lead Ai Native Engineer

Lead AI Native Engineer Overview

• The Lead AI Native Engineer will architect and develop high-performance backend and systems software for demanding production environments.
• This role combines technical leadership, systems programming, and API development to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.
• Collaborate across engineering teams to design, deploy, and maintain robust software systems.
• Utilize advanced programming languages, primarily Rust, to ensure optimal performance and security.
• AI-assisted development tools to enhance workflows while ensuring code quality and reliability.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to establishing best practices for software development and architecture.
• Develop expertise in technical domains to make informed architectural decisions and validate system behavior.
• Work in a hybrid environment, balancing remote flexibility with on-site collaboration. Lead AI Native Engineer Key Responsibilities & Duties
• Architect, implement, test, and maintain backend services, APIs, and systems-level software using Rust.
• Take ownership of technical architecture, implementation, testing, and operational reliability of software systems.
• Evaluate architectural decisions considering scalability, security, and operational complexity.
• Establish engineering practices around code quality, automated testing, and documentation.
• AI-assisted tools to accelerate workflows while ensuring code accuracy and reliability.
• Contribute to team-wide practices for effective use of AI development tools.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate across teams to deliver complete solutions.
• Work on security-sensitive systems requiring close coordination between hardware and software. Lead AI Native Engineer Job Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• 6+ years of professional experience developing backend or systems software, including production services ownership.
• Advanced proficiency in Rust or substantial systems programming experience in C, C++, or Go.
• Working proficiency with C++ and Python.
• Strong understanding of backend and systems architecture, including APIs, distributed systems, and reliability engineering.
• Experience with AI-assisted development workflows and quality controls.
• Background in cryptography, cybersecurity, networking, or security-sensitive systems is preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.