Sr. Applied AI Engineer, Canvas

Zapier is seeking a Senior Applied AI Engineer to join their Canvas team, focusing on building and enhancing AI-powered automation solutions. This role combines cutting-edge AI technology with practical business applications, working on Canvas - Zapier's platform for visually designing and automating business workflows. The position requires expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems, and API design. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years in AI/ML systems.

The role involves building AI systems that help users create complex automations with minimal effort, optimizing RAG pipelines, and developing tools for AI performance monitoring. You'll work closely with product managers and designers to deliver features that solve real customer problems. The position offers the opportunity to work remotely with a competitive salary range of $206,600 - $309,800, plus equity and bonus potential.

This is an ideal role for someone who thrives at the intersection of AI and practical user impact, enjoys solving ambiguous problems, and can balance technical depth with product thinking. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing AI Assist capabilities, developing RAG systems, and creating frameworks for continuous AI improvement. You'll be working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where independence and initiative are valued.

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple technical domains. You'll be contributing to a platform that helps millions of businesses scale through automation and AI, making a direct impact on customer success. Zapier offers a flexible remote work environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies in a practical, customer-focused context.