Applied AI Engineer

Catalyst Labs
Coachella, CA
Job Description
Catalyst Labs is a leading talent agency that partners with AI-first startups and established tech companies to drive the next wave of applied intelligence. They're hiring an Applied AI Engineer to help architect the foundation of next-generation Mind Architecture, a system that powers how digital minds learn, reason, and express individuality. As an engineer, you'll work at the intersection of graph systems, LLM reasoning, and scalable AI infrastructure to redefine how knowledge lives digitally.

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
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401(k) via Human Interest
  • Relocation assistance to San Francisco (if applicable)
  • Creative, high-agency culture that celebrates curiosity and deep thinking
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