Engineering Manager, AI SDK

Position Overview

• Location Type: Not specified
• Job Type: Not specified
• Salary: $196,000 - $294,000 (San Francisco, CA base pay range)

Vercel is seeking an Engineering Manager for its AI SDK team. This role focuses on building foundational tools to empower the next generation of AI-powered developer tools. The Engineering Manager will be instrumental in enhancing Vercel's AI-driven developer experience tooling, helping teams ship faster with AI-assisted workflows. This position involves close collaboration with product designers, AI researchers, and other engineers to develop intuitive and performant features that integrate seamlessly into the Vercel ecosystem.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in full-stack development, with a strong emphasis on AI-powered or developer-focused tooling. Experience with the Vercel AI SDK is preferred.
• 3+ years of Engineering Management experience.
• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript, with experience building modern web applications.
• Experience working with AI models and APIs (e.g., OpenAI, fine-tuned models, or LLM-based applications).
• Familiarity with cloud-based architectures and serverless platforms, particularly within the Vercel ecosystem.
• A strong passion for developer experience and a deep understanding of how AI can enhance productivity.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance AI-powered developer tools, improving code generation, automation, and seamless integration with Vercel.
• Oversee the architecture and implementation of performant, scalable, and reliable solutions that support AI-driven interactions in web development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with AI researchers, frontend/backend engineers, and product teams to push the boundaries of AI in developer experience.
• Ensure an exceptional user experience through thoughtful UI/UX design.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI and developer tooling, incorporating the latest advancements to enhance the v0 platform.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues, ensuring the reliability and performance of AI-powered experiences at scale.

About Vercel

Vercel provides developers with the tools and cloud infrastructure to build, scale, and secure a faster, more personalized web. As the team behind v0, Next.js, and AI SDK, Vercel assists customers like Ramp, Supreme, PayPal, Chick-fil-A, and Under Armour in building for the AI-native web. Vercel's mission is to enable the world to ship the best products, starting with creating an environment where everyone can do their best work.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including equity.
• Inclusive Healthcare Package.
• Learn and Grow opportunities, including mentorship and event attendance for networking and skill-building.
• Flexible Time Off.
• Provision of necessary gear and a WFH budget for workspace setup.

Company Culture & Commitment

Vercel is committed to fostering and empowering an inclusive community. The company does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Vercel encourages all individuals to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.