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AI Engineer - Voice Agents
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California City, California, United States
$110,000 / yr
Remote
We are seeking a hands-on AI Engineer to join our innovative team. Our company, a fast-paced startup environment with a focus on cutting-edge technology, is dedicated to building production-grade voice agents that enhance real customer experiences. The ideal candidate will be naturally curious, with a penchant for independent learning, and will thrive in a rapidly changing AI landscape.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild, test, and deploy real-time voice agents that handle live customer conversations end-to-end.Utilize various voice technology stacks such as VAPI, ElevenLabs, Deepgram, and Whisper to develop high-quality outputs.Quickly prototype ideas, aggressively iterate on feedback, and transition MVPs into production-ready voice agents.Integrate large language models (LLMs) with telephony tools, APIs, vector databases, and backend workflows.Analyze and enhance conversational flows, reducing latency and increasing reliability in real-world applications.Collaborate closely with senior engineers and company founders on customer deployments and projects.Engage in continuous self-learning, exploring and implementing emerging tools, frameworks, and capabilities in generative AI.Required and Preferred QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.Proven experience building at least 1-2 working voice agents or AI projects (personal, academic, or professional).Strong understanding of LLMs, prompts, retrieval systems, and foundational concepts of conversational agents.Familiarity with Text-to-Speech (TTS) and Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) providers.Solid programming skills in Python or JavaScript/TypeScript.Ability to thrive in a startup-style environment, managing rapid changes and demands.Self-learner with a passion for generative AI, consistently exploring new tools and techniques.Bonus: Experience with voice agent frameworks such as VAPI and PlayAI, or knowledge of vector databases and low-latency design.Bonus: Experience with deploying agents on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Vercel) is preferred.Our team operates in a collaborative environment, with a strong focus on teamwork and problem-solving. You will report directly to senior engineers while actively engaging with the founding team.We encourage cross-functional collaboration, fostering connections between engineering, product management, and customer support teams to enhance our AI solutions further.Joining our team provides you with the opportunity to build real production voice agents that are utilized by actual customers, not just classroom demos. You will work closely with our founders and senior engineers to solve cutting-edge problems and significantly impact the field. We offer a culture of fast-paced learning where time spent here equates to accelerated growth—3 months at our company equals 12 months anywhere else. With high ownership comes high impact, and we provide opportunities for professional development and continuous growth.The technical environment includes the use of the latest AI and voice stacks, fostering an innovative culture supported by modern workplace benefits. Expect frequent interactions with enthusiastic, like-minded professionals who are passionate about transforming customer experiences through AI.