Senior Engineer, Generative AI

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Senior Generative AI Engineer to join our team, reporting directly to Hearst's Chief Product & AI Strategist. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering and artificial intelligence, focusing on building and deploying cutting-edge AI applications that drive business value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop Generative AI applications and features using modern LLM APIs and open-source models
• Create and optimize multi-agent systems using frameworks like LangChain and advanced RAG architectures
• Build robust systems that combine traditional software engineering with Generative AI capabilities
• Implement and maintain AI pipelines using vector databases and retrieval systems
• Develop evaluation frameworks to assess Generative AI application performance and reliability
• Collaborate with product teams to identify and implement AI-driven solutions

Requirements:

• 5+ years of software development experience with strong proficiency in Python and JavaScript
• Familiarity with containerized development (e.g. Docker) and deployment
• Exposure to one or more modern JS frameworks like React/Next/Node
• Experience with modern Generative AI development frameworks and tools (LangChain, Vector DBs)
• Demonstrated ability to work with LLM APIs (GPT-4, Claude, etc.)
• Familiarity the use of agentic software development tools like Cline and Cursor
• Strong understanding of prompt engineering and LLM capabilities
• A commitment to automated testing and software development best practices
• Strong problem solving and project management skills and ability to work with ambiguous requirements
• Excellent communication skills to explain AI capabilities and limitations to stakeholders

Advanced Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience with complex RAG architectures incorporating graph databases
• Familiarity with agent orchestration frameworks like LangGraph or CrewAI
• Experience with LLM evaluation and monitoring tools like LangSmith
• Knowledge of advanced retrieval techniques beyond semantic search

In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in New York City.  The reasonable estimate, if hired in New York City, is $175,000 - $200,000.  Please note this information is specific to those hired in New York City.  If this role is open to candidates outside of New York City, the salary range would be aligned to that specific location.  A final decision on the successful candidate’s starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.  Hearst provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and paid time off, employee assistance programs, and more.

Hearst is one of the nation’s largest global, diversified information, services and media companies.

Hearst has been innovating for more than a century, leading with purpose, integrity and a culture of care, with a mission to inform audiences and improve lives.

The company’s diverse portfolio includes global financial services leader Fitch Group; Hearst Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; Hearst Transportation, which includes CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-service solutions for managing maintenance of jets and helicopters; ownership in cable television networks such as A&E, HISTORY, Lifetime and ESPN; 35 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; digital services businesses; and more than 200 magazines around the world.

Hearst is always moving forward, investing in healthcare solutions to improve patient outcomes and technology that curbs emissions; providing vital analysis, data and software to the global financial services industry; delivering important service and investigative journalism; and inspiring audiences with sports and entertainment programming.

With a commitment to maintaining the highest quality in its products and services, Hearst is dedicated to serving the communities it operates in, both civically and philanthropically.

Hearst is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.