Senior AI Software Engineer Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

Purpose

We are seeking an AI Software Engineer with a strong background and hands-on experience using the latest technologies in Generative AI along with traditional AI knowledge. You will be working on designing, developing, and deploying AI software leveraging large language models (LLMs) and multimodal models. You will be participating in an end-to-end solution handling including data ingestion, model training, agentic orchestration, inference optimization, and production deployment. This role will be key to building autonomous AI Agents that improve process efficiency and product quality at Divergent.

The Role

• Design, develop, and deploy innovative generative AI models and algorithms using the latest deep learning techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and optimize generative AI solutions into products and processes.
• Select and fine-tune the state-of-the-art generative process for the given use case.
• Architect domain-specific AI software using agentic workflows, multi-agent orchestration, and advanced state management.
• Determine hardware requirements and optimize inference performance for generative AI pipelines.
• Collaborate with the infrastructure team to design the deployment architecture.
• Collaborate with the data engineers, product teams, people operations, and legal to ensure compliant and responsible AI.
• Implement model monitoring, agent reliability tracking, and bias mitigation to improve result quality.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• Proficient in programming languages such as Python and C++.
• Familiarity with data structures and algorithms.
• Understanding of LLMs and multimodal models with their performance considerations and use cases.
• Deep expertise in agentic design patterns, including tool-use (function calling), iterative reasoning loops, and autonomous error correction.
• Experience using agent-centric frameworks such as LangGraph, or advanced implementations of LangChain and LlamaIndex.
• Experience with ML/LLM libraries such as vLLM, PyTorch, and HuggingFace.
• Practical experience developing, deploying, and scaling production-grade AI Agents and multi-agent systems.
• Bachelor's in Computer Science, AI, ML or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, ML or related field.
• Knowledge about ethical AI, compliance frameworks, and safety in AI.
• Experience developing multimodal pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with traditional AI, ML, and Deep learning methods and libraries.
• Proficient in programming languages such as C#, TypeScript.
• Knowledge of MLOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong publication record in the field of AI.

Work Environment

• Onsite

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

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