We're partnering with a fast‑growing AI company building a next‑generation Intelligent Agent platform at the intersection of autonomous software agents and LLM‑powered systems.
They're looking for a hands‑on Senior Research Engineer or AI Engineer who wants to own core platform technology, set the long‑term technical direction, and grow into senior technical leadership as the platform scales.
Why this role?
* Build trusted, explainable, production‑grade agent architectures that power real products, not just prototypes.
* Work across architecture, research, and delivery, shaping an SDK and platform other teams will build on.
* Direct exposure to partners, universities, and investors,have a voice in how the tech is adopted in the wild.
What you'll do
* Design & develop the core Java‑based Intelligent Agent platform.
* Drive architectural strategy for trusted, deterministic, and explainable agent systems.
* Integrate and extend LLM capabilities inside agent‑based workflows.
* Balance experimentation with production‑ready engineering and platform scalability.
* Influence SDK & platform strategy to drive external developer adoption and ecosystem growth.
* Represent engineering in technical forums with partners and research groups.
What you'll bring
* 2+ years in software engineering, AI systems, or applied research.
* Strong Java engineering background is required.
* Hands‑on experience with LLMs
* Relevant Tertiary qualifications - PHD highly regarded
About you
* Self‑directed, comfortable with ambiguity and rapid iteration.
* Proven end‑to‑end shipper (from blank page to production).
What's on offer
* The chance to own a core AI platform, not just a feature.
* A technically ambitious environment blending research with real‑world deployment.
* Equity and long‑term incentives for candidates with an entrepreneurial streak.
* A clear pathway to Senior Technical Leadership as the company grows.