Staff Software Engineer, Applied AI

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Max is where storytelling takes center stage and where creatives find a home with the support and resources to do their best work, no matter the genre or format. Whatever the viewer wants to watch is front and center and more of what they crave is easily discovered. It is where our exclusive Max Originals and iconic entertainment brands thrive, with HBO, HBO Max, Warner Bros., DC, Turner Classic Movies, Cartoon Network and more delivering the greatest array of series, movies, and specials for audiences of all ages. HBO Max originally launched in the United States in May 2020 and introduced a lower priced, advertising-supported tier in June 2021. It rolled out globally across Latin America and the Caribbean in 2021, followed by its first European launches in the Nordics and Spain later that year. In May 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery introduced Max, an enhanced streaming platform, in the U.S. HBO Max is currently available in 46 countries and there are plans for the continued global expansion of Max in 2024.

About the Team  

The Media Supply Chain (MSC) AI Team is pioneering tomorrow’s supply chain by applying the latest in AI technologies. From automating metadata enrichment to enabling agentic experiences and natural language search, we are revolutionizing how media is produced, processed, and delivered. Join a high-impact, fast-moving team committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.  

Responsibilities  

• Architect and oversee technical design and implementation of Applied AI solutions in MSC.  

• Play a pivotal role in the evaluation and adoption of AI tools and models. 

• Develop reusable, scalable AI tools and integrations using MCP and A2A.  

• Establish and refine internal libraries, prompt repositories, and observability tooling for model usage.  

• Define, implement, and track success metrics and KPIs for POCs and AI solutions. 

• Present findings from POCs and research to technical and non-technical stakeholders.  

• Collaborate with leadership to evaluate new AI tools and techniques. 

• Work with other teams to establish org-wide best practices in AI engineering, including prompt design, architecture, and data governance. 

• Mentor engineers and foster a culture of learning and innovation.  

Requirements  

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering. 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.

• Experience building solutions with one or more of the following AI/ML concepts: inference/embedding models, agents, RAG, model distillation, vector search.  

• Proficient in one of the following languages: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go.  

• Hands-on experience with AWS Bedrock or GCP Vertex AI platforms.  

• Strong architectural skills with a proven track record of designing and scaling enterprise applications. 

• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical projects from ideation to deployment.  

• Excellent communicator, capable of influencing both technical and non-technical audiences.  

• Willingness to learn rapidly in a fast-paced environment. 

• Background in media tech, video workflows, or content intelligence is a plus. 

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $145,600.00 - $270,400.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.