Automat

Applied AI Engineer

San Francisco. Posted 18 months ago

The role

You will research and deploy real-world applications of cutting-edge AI models. You will design and implement solutions for internal tools and customer-facing products.

What you will do

  • Collaborate with product and engineering to understand customer challenges
  • Research and deploy real-world applications of cutting-edge AI models
  • Design and implement impactful solutions across internal tools and customer-facing products
  • Influence engineering practices, shape product direction, and contribute to company culture

Required qualifications

  • Strong understanding of ML & AI best practices
  • Proficiency in Python and Typescript
  • Experience working with LLM APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, etc.)
  • Knowledge of LLM frameworks like Vercel AI SDK
  • Experience building with frameworks like Next.js and working with REST APIs
  • Familiarity with “computer-use” models (e.g. Operator, Computer Use, Browser Use)
  • Experience using AI tools effectively (e.g. Cursor, Windsurf, lovable, etc.)
  • Ability to rapidly prototype and iterate on ideas
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and wearing multiple hats
  • Passion for creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences
  • A proactive mindset and a bias toward action

About the company

Automat was founded by a diverse group of creative technologists from teams like Google Creative Lab and Samsung’s Innovation Think Tank. They are building a future where intelligent agents run real business operations.