Senior AI Engineer

you.com is an AI-powered search and productivity platform designed to empower users with personalized, efficient, and trustworthy search experiences. As a cutting-edge technology company, we combine advanced AI models with user-first principles to deliver tools that enhance discovery, creativity, and productivity. At you.com, we are on a mission to create the most helpful search engine in the world—one that prioritizes transparency, privacy, and user control.

We’re building a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries who are passionate about shaping the future of AI and technology. At you.com, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, and grow your career in an environment that values creativity, diversity, and curiosity.  If you’re ready to make a difference and help us revolutionize the way people search and work, we’d love to have you join us!

About the Role

As Senior AI Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in advancing AI capabilities across Generative AI (e.g., large language models) and Search. Your responsibilities will focus on researching, building, and deploying innovative product experiences that redefine the potential of AI assistants. By blending your technical expertise, creativity, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI technology, you will thrive at the intersection of research and engineering and shape the future of AI-powered products.

Responsibilities

• AI Infrastructure Development :  Oversee and enhance the core you.com LLM and AI infrastructure, along with the associated backend systems.
• End-to-End Project Leadership :  Lead the development of new AI-driven projects, encompassing ideation, prototyping, research, infrastructure design, scalability, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Rapid Iteration :  Adapt quickly to user feedback and evolving requirements, ensuring continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Our salary bands are structured based on a combination of geographic tiers and internal leveling. Compensation is determined by multiple factors assessed during the interview process, with the final offer reflecting these considerations.

Salary Band

$150,000 - $270,000 USD

Company Perks :

Hubs in San Francisco and New York City offering regular in-person gatherings and co-working sessions

Flexible PTO with 11 U.S. holidays observed and a week shutdown in December to rest and recharge

A competitive health insurance plan covers 100% of the policyholder and 75% for dependents

12 weeks of paid parental leave in the US

401k program, 3% match - vested immediately!

$500 work-from-home stipend to be used up to a year of your start date

$1,200 per year Health & Wellness Allowance to support your personal goals

Chance to collaborate with a team at the forefront of AI research

you.com is an E-Verify employer. We are also an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Please let us know if you require accommodation for any portion of the recruitment and hiring process.