Founding Forward Deployed AI Engineer

A seed-stage Generative AI startup focused on revolutionizing enterprise automation through AI-powered browser automations and document processing tools.
Machine Learning
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1 - 10 Employees
1+ year of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Founding Forward Deployed AI Engineer

Clera is an innovative seed-stage Generative AI startup that's transforming enterprise automation. With their AI-powered browser automations (RPA) and document processing tools, they're tackling a $300 billion market opportunity in insurance and banking back-office operations. In just 12 months, they've achieved seven-figure revenue, demonstrating remarkable market traction.

As a Founding Forward Deployed AI Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of implementing AI workflows that create millions in value for enterprise customers. This role combines technical expertise with customer interaction, requiring someone who can navigate both worlds effectively. You'll work directly with founders and enterprise customers while being part of a world-class technical team.

The position demands a unique blend of technical prowess and customer-facing skills. You'll be responsible for everything from architecture discussions and data handling to coding web apps and communicating with customer executives. The role requires proficiency in modern technologies like Python, TypeScript, Node.js, and React, along with experience in AI and LLMs.

What makes this opportunity exceptional is the chance to join a rapidly growing startup with proven traction. You'll work alongside team members from prestigious companies like Google, Microsoft, Apple, and Stanford, while receiving mentorship from industry leaders. The company offers competitive compensation, including both cash and equity, and provides relocation assistance to San Francisco.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and wants to be part of shaping the future of enterprise operations. You'll have unprecedented ownership and growth opportunities while working on cutting-edge AI technology that's already making a significant impact in the market.

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Responsibilities For Founding Forward Deployed AI Engineer

  • Own end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects including architecture discussions, data handling, coding web apps, and customer executive communication
  • Work on tuning AI platform to customer requirements and optimize large language models
  • Solve technical problems with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, and front-end frameworks

Requirements For Founding Forward Deployed AI Engineer

Python
TypeScript
Node.js
React
  • 1-2+ years of full-time industry experience in software development/solutions engineering
  • 2+ years of customer-facing professional experience
  • Strong product mindset and UX understanding
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to wear multiple hats
  • Experience with LLM APIs (preferred)
  • Experience working at early-stage startups (preferred)
  • Experience with AI platforms and generative models (preferred)

Benefits For Founding Forward Deployed AI Engineer

Relocation Benefits
  • Competitive compensation including cash and equity
  • Relocation assistance
  • Opportunity to work with top talent from companies like Doordash, Uber, Apple, Google, Microsoft
  • Mentorship from seasoned founders and leaders
  • High growth potential and ownership opportunities

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