Applied AI Engineer

Catalyst Labs
Coachella, CA
Job Description
Join Catalyst Labs as an Applied AI Engineer and help architect the foundation of next-generation Mind Architecture, the system that powers how digital minds learn, reason, and express individuality.

Requirements

  • 4-6+ years of experience in AI or ML engineering, with at least 12 years hands-on with LLMs in production
  • Proven track record of building and deploying ML-powered systems that directly impact end-user experience
  • Strong Python expertise, including asynchronous programming, event loop optimization, and performance tuning
  • Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), context engineering, and LLM eval frameworks
  • Deep practical understanding of how LLMs reason, how to structure inputs, and how to measure improvement

Benefits

  • Unlimited Learning Stipend: books, courses, or conferences of your choice
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401(k) via Human Interest
  • Relocation assistance to San Francisco (if applicable)
  • A creative, high-agency culture that celebrates curiosity and deep thinking
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