Webflow

Staff Software Engineer, Applied AI

United States

$154,200 – $247,700Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Website Experience Platform, AI, Software DevelopmentIndustries

About Webflow

At Webflow, our mission is to bring development superpowers to everyone. As the pioneer of the Website Experience Platform (WXP), we’re redefining how teams Build, Manage, and Optimize for the web — combining visual development, powerful content management systems, AI-driven personalization, seamless hosting, and end-to-end analytics in a single, unified platform. With AI at the core, Webflow helps teams move faster, create more performant digital experiences, and scale without heavy engineering support. From independent designers and creative agencies to global enterprises, hundreds of thousands of organizations use Webflow to turn ideas into reality — and to power what’s possible on the web.

We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our Applied AI team to help us build generative AI-powered features. The Applied AI team’s goal is to enhance speed, creativity, and quality when building and designing websites through the power of AI, in pursuit of our mission to bring development superpowers to everyone around the world. This role will collaborate directly with product and ML engineers, product managers and designers to identify and implement AI solutions that improve the Webflow user experience, while cultivating an environment of excellence, care, and curiosity.

About the Role

  • Location: Remote-first (United States; BC & ON, Canada)
  • Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
  • Reporting: Reporting to the Engineering Manager

Compensation: The cash compensation for this role is tailored to align with the cost of labor in different geographic markets. We've structured the base pay ranges for this role into zones for our geographic markets, and the specific base pay within the range will be determined by the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, qualifications, and skills.

  • United States (USD):

    • Zone A: $175,800 - $247,700
    • Zone B: $164,500 - $232,200
    • Zone C: $154,200 - $217,600
  • Canada (CAD):

    • ON & BC: CAD 199,300 - CAD 281,100

Responsibilities

As a Staff Software Engineer, Applied AI you’ll…

  • Lead architecture and design for features that integrate with large language models, diffusion models etc.
  • Consider the impact of technical decisions not just on your immediate team, but also across features and teams working on similar problems.
  • Hold a high bar for technical quality of AI features at Webflow while taking a pragmatic approach to delivering value to users incrementally.
  • Stay up-to-date on AI/ML advancements to assess their relevance for the organization's strategy.
  • Collaborate with product engineering to identify and implement AI solutions that improve user experience and solve specific use cases.
  • Develop and maintain user interfaces that integrate AI models and algorithms.
  • Assist in developing and integrating third-party AI APIs into the product's architecture.
  • Develop a deep understanding of our architecture and codebase while also learning about our product and the customers that use it.
  • Build quality feedback tooling, including traditional software unit and integration tests as well as AI specific evaluations and quality measurements.

In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, at Webflow, we will support you in identifying where your interests and development opportunities lie and we'll help you incorporate them into your role.

About You

You’ll thrive as a Staff Software Engineer, Applied AI if you…

  • Have 7+ years of experience with a proven track record of shipping code to build consumer-facing web products.
  • Have 2+ years of experience building products that depend critically on AI/ML.
  • Have development experience with Node.js, React, TypeScript and a deep, foundational understanding of web technologies more broadly.
  • Are proficient with AI concepts and technologies, including large language models, fine tuning, vector databases and prompt engineering.
  • Are passionate

Skills

Generative AI
AI solutions
Software Engineering
Product Development
Machine Learning
User Experience
Webflow Platform

Webflow

Visual web design and development platform

About Webflow

Webflow provides a platform for designing, building, and launching responsive websites without the need for coding. Users can create websites visually, making it accessible to those without technical skills. The platform caters to a wide range of clients, including freelancers, small businesses, and large enterprises, and is particularly favored by designers and marketers. Webflow operates on a subscription-based model, offering various pricing plans that accommodate different needs, from personal websites to advanced e-commerce solutions. Additionally, it provides hosting services and a marketplace for templates and design assets. Unlike traditional web development tools, Webflow's user-friendly interface and comprehensive features set it apart, aiming to simplify web design for everyone.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$325.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation
100% insurance coverage
401k & financial planning
PTO
Annual retreat & offsites
10% time to build skills
Commuter benefits
Vacation bonus
Office setup budget
Health & wellness stipend
Remote work reimbursements
Webflow subscription discount

Risks

Competition from platforms like Bubble and Wix threatens Webflow's market share.
GreenSock acquisition may cause developer community backlash over GSAP's future.
New CEO Linda Tong's strategies might not align with existing user expectations.

Differentiation

Webflow enables web design without coding, appealing to non-technical users.
The platform offers a subscription model with diverse pricing plans for various needs.
Webflow's marketplace provides templates and design assets, enhancing user experience.

Upsides

Growing demand for no-code platforms boosts Webflow's market potential.
AI integration in Webflow enhances user experience and design efficiency.
Partnerships with Upwork and Contra expand Webflow's reach to creative professionals.

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