AI Engineer

Description

Vector Solutions is seeking an AI Engineer to build the technical foundation for AI across the organization. The AI Engineer partners with Engineering and business teams to design, build, and maintain the internal AI tools, integrations, and workflows that enable teams across Vector Solutions to work more effectively. 

This role is ideal for a software engineer with a passion for AI who enjoys learning quickly, experimenting with emerging technologies, and building practical solutions that improve how work gets done. In addition to developing AI-powered capabilities, the AI Engineer actively shares knowledge by documenting best practices, coaching teammates, and helping others adopt new tools and techniques. 

Success in this role requires curiosity, a continuous learning mindset, and a desire to translate new AI advancements into practical solutions that create value across the organization. This role is designed for someone who is eager to grow rapidly by expanding their technical expertise, taking on increasing ownership, and evolving into a trusted technical leader as both the technology and the organization continue to mature.  

What You’ll Do 

• Design, build, and maintain internal AI integrations, automations, and workflow tooling using Anthropic APIs, Claude Code, and related frameworks 
• Develop and iterate on Vector’s internal Claude OS, the tools, prompts, configurations, and integrations teams rely on day-to-day 
• Evaluate new AI models, tools, and APIs; recommend and implement adoption when appropriate 
• Build and document reusable prompt libraries, API wrappers, and AI-assisted development scaffolding for engineering teams 
• Support AI training sessions, create technical documentation, and share best practices with Engineering teams. 
• Partner with PO and AI Enablement Engineer to ensure technically complex workflows are well-documented and accessible to non-technical users 
• Contribute to the design and implementation of Vector's AI tooling roadmap in partnership with Product and Engineering leadership. 
• Participate in reviews of AI tool usage, data handling, and API access patterns to support security and compliance requirements. 
• Track model performance, API costs, and usage patterns; surface optimization opportunities to leadership 
• Other duties within the scope of this role may be assigned 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred but not required, equivalent hands-on experience will be considered 
• 1-5 years of software engineering experience, with meaningful exposure to AI/ML tooling, LLM APIs, or AI-assisted development workflows 
• Proficiency in at least one backend language (Python preferred) and comfort working across the stack when needed 
• Direct experience with LLM APIs (Anthropic, OpenAI, or similar) including prompt engineering, tool use/function calling, and multi-turn conversation design 
• Strong systems thinking, naturally considers integration points, failure modes, and scalability when designing solutions 
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to explain architectural decisions to both engineers and non-engineers 
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally, with a genuine interest in enabling others, not just building for yourself 
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and iterating quickly in a fast-moving AI landscape 
• This position is expected to evolve as business needs, technology, and the way we work continue to change. Success in this role requires adaptability, continuous learning, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities and initiatives that are within the scope and purpose of the position in support of the firm's strategic objectives. 
• Preferred (not required): experience with agentic AI patterns, Claude Code, or multi-agent workflow design; familiarity with the Claude model family and system prompt design; background in developer tooling or infrastructure engineering; exposure to SaaS, EHS, or compliance-adjacent domains; experience with API cost modeling or usage tracking

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Friendly, open, and casual work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month after hire
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements and generous time off
• Generous referral incentive program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Pet Insurance
• OnePass Gym/Wellness Discount Program
• Calm Health-Employee Membership
• Company social events
• Employee Resource Groups
• Philanthropic opportunities

What We Value 

• Teamwork - Above all, we’re a team. We give and value feedback. We support each other, respect each other and work together to accomplish our common goals and serve our customers. Once we make decisions, we align behind them as a team. 
• Customers First - Our customers’ success is our success. They are why we are here. We work to earn the trust of our customers and always deliver on our commitments. 
• Make a Difference - It’s not a job, it’s a calling. We have passion for our mission, for our customers, for our work, and for sharing a fulfilling experience with our fellow team members. 
• Inclusiveness - Uniqueness is powerful. We support an environment of respect, belonging, and community that promotes a variety of perspectives and crucial conversations, leading to better outcomes. 
• Act Now - We act with urgency. The best time to get something important done is now. We don’t wait and let perfection be the enemy of good. 
• Curiosity - We love a good challenge. We’re scrappy, we stretch ourselves to be the best, ask questions, learn from our mistakes, and are dedicated to continually improving and growing. 
• Ownership - We own the outcome and don’t pass the buck. The score matters. We hold ourselves and each other accountable. We treat company resources like they are our own. 

Salary Range: 105-115K

Vector Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

Compensation Disclaimer: The base salary range provided is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. Compensation will always comply with applicable state and local pay laws, including but not limited to those in California, Colorado, New York, and Washington.