R&D Software Engineer

Highlights

• Turn cutting-edge AI research into functional prototypes at webAI.
• Influence future product directions through proof-of-concept builds.
• Validate emerging tech feasibility via demos, benchmarking and testing.

What they offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits with HSA option and company contribution
• 401k match (US-based only)
• Flexible PTO policy
• Parental leave for eligible employees
• Continuing education support
• Company-paid life insurance plus supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short and long term disability
• Free parking for in-office employees

Ideal candidate

Creative, ambiguity-loving engineer with R&D instincts who thrives iterating fast on emerging ideas, collaborating across research and product, and driven by ownership, truth and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related field (Master's or PhD preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in prototype development, ideally in R&D or high-growth tech
• Strong foundation in engineering principles, machine learning and applied mathematics
• Proficiency in Python and C/C++
• Experience with AI technologies such as computer vision models, LLMs or language processing
• Demonstrated ability to build and iterate on technical prototypes quickly and independently
• Clear communication skills and ability to present technical ideas to varied audiences
• Proven success working in cross-functional teams and navigating technical ambiguity