Applied AI Inference Engineer

San Francisco, California, United States

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$160,000 – $275,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Infrastructure, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, along with at least 1 year of professional work experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. A demonstrated proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages, preferably Python, used in a production-level setting is required, as is familiarity with AI/ML pipelines and the lifecycle of ML model development and deployment. Strong communication skills for complex technical topics are essential, and experience building or optimizing AI/ML projects is highly valued.

Responsibilities

The Applied AI Inference Engineer will partner with customers to architect, build, and deploy high-scale production AI applications on Baseten’s platform, owning the entire customer journey from exploration to production. This includes framing problems, evaluating solutions, deploying services, and monitoring outcomes, working closely with customer engineering teams through sales, implementation, and expansion phases. Responsibilities also involve developing and maintaining software systems and product features, optimizing AI/ML projects, contributing to the technical stack, and functioning as an engineer, project manager, and product manager with a focus on user empathy and execution. Engineers will navigate ambiguity, make sound judgments on tradeoffs, and take pride and ownership in their work.

Skills

AI inference

Production AI applications

Performance engineering

Software development

Customer-facing implementations

Product management

Technical customer success

Pre-sales solution engineering

Docker

API development

Whisper transcription

ComfyUI

Baseten

Platform for deploying and managing ML models

About Baseten

Baseten provides a platform for deploying and managing machine learning (ML) models, aimed at simplifying the process for businesses. Users can select from a library of open-source foundation models and deploy them with just two clicks, making it easier to implement ML solutions. The platform features autoscaling, which adjusts resources based on demand, and comprehensive monitoring tools for tracking performance and troubleshooting. A key differentiator is Baseten's open-source model packaging framework, Truss, which allows users to package and deploy custom models easily. The company operates on a usage-based pricing model, where clients pay only for the time their models are actively deployed, helping them manage costs effectively.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$58.4MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

AI & Machine LearningIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

💰 Competitive compensation: We aim to provide 90th percentile (or better) salaries and equity grants for every team member commensurate with their experience.

🌎 Remote-first work environment: The Baseten team is welcome to work from wherever they want; fully remote, in our San Francisco office, or a mix of both. We provide a $1,000 stipend for you to make your home office comfortable and productive.

🏓 Regular in-person team summits: We get together as a team three times a year to plan, workshop, and most importantly, get to know each other better.

🌴 Unlimited PTO: We ask that everyone take at least 4 weeks of vacation. And we have a company-wide break between Christmas and New Year's Day.

🏥 Full healthcare coverage: Medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your family.

🍼 Paid parental leave: 16-weeks fully paid parental leave (adoptive and non-birth parents included) and flexibility with schedules while returning to work.

📈 401(k): Company-sponsored 401(k) for you to contribute to.

🧠: Learning and development budget: We encourage you to take classes, attend conferences, and invest in your craft and we’ll cover expenses to make it happen.

Risks

Increased competition from specialized AI models tailored for specific industries.

Potential over-reliance on Google Cloud Marketplace may limit flexibility and control.

Rapid AI model development could render Baseten's offerings obsolete without continuous innovation.

Differentiation

Baseten offers a serverless backend for machine-learning applications with auto-scaling.

Truss, an open-source model packaging framework, allows seamless deployment of custom models.

Baseten's platform provides comprehensive monitoring tools for efficient model performance tracking.

Upsides

Integration with Google Cloud Marketplace boosts visibility and customer acquisition potential.

$40M Series B funding enhances Baseten's platform capabilities and market reach.

Chains framework positions Baseten for complex AI workflows, attracting sophisticated projects.

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