Toptal: Senior Full Stack AI Engineer

<img src="https://we-work-remotely.imgix.net/logos/0171/5991/logo.gif?ixlib=rails-4.0.0&w=50&h=50&dpr=2&fit=fill&auto=compress" /> <p> <strong>Headquarters:</strong> Remote <br /><strong>URL:</strong> <a href="https://www.toptal.com/">https://www.toptal.com/</a> </p> <div class="mt-2"> <h3 class="m-0 text-lg text-black font-semibold">Summary:</h3> </div> <p class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular">We are looking for a Senior Full Stack AI Engineer to design, build, and scale production-grade applications powered by generative AI. This role is focused on delivering real products, not just prototypes. The ideal candidate is a strong end-to-end builder who can make sound architectural decisions, integrate AI capabilities into usable systems, and balance fast delivery with long-term maintainability.</p> <p class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular">&nbsp;</p> <div class="mt-2"> <h3 class="m-0 text-lg text-black font-semibold">General Information:</h3> </div> <p class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular">This is a senior engineering role for someone who can own product development from architecture through deployment. The role requires strong full stack engineering fundamentals combined with hands-on experience integrating generative AI into production workflows. The right candidate understands how to build scalable backend services, intuitive frontends, and reliable AI-enabled features that serve real users. This person should bring strong product thinking, architectural judgment, and the ability to move independently from requirements to shipped solutions.</p> <p class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular">&nbsp;</p> <div class="mt-2"> <h3 class="m-0 text-lg text-black font-semibold">Tasks and deliverables:</h3> </div> <ul class="text-[0.875rem] text-black mt-1 list-disc pl-4"> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Build end-to-end applications that incorporate generative AI capabilities into real user workflows</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Develop scalable backend services, APIs, and integrations using modern engineering practices</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Build responsive and maintainable frontend experiences using modern frameworks</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Design modular system architectures that support scalability, reliability, and long-term maintainability</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Integrate LLMs and other AI tools into production applications with appropriate safeguards and monitoring</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Optimize prompt flows, data pipelines, and system interactions for consistency and performance</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Translate business requirements into technical solutions and make strong implementation trade-offs</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Own features from ideation through development, testing, deployment, and iteration</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Reuse and adapt proven solutions where appropriate to accelerate delivery</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Continuously improve product quality based on performance data, feedback, and operational learnings</div> </div> </li> </ul> <p class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular">&nbsp;</p> <div class="mt-2"> <h3 class="m-0 text-lg text-black font-semibold">Required Experience:</h3> </div> <ul class="text-[0.875rem] text-black mt-1 list-disc pl-4"> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Strong full stack engineering experience, ideally 5+ years</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Proficiency in backend development with technologies such as Node.js, Python, or similar</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Strong frontend experience with frameworks such as React or comparable modern tools</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Experience building and consuming APIs, working with databases, and deploying on cloud platforms</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Hands-on experience integrating generative AI into production applications</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Practical understanding of prompt engineering and AI system limitations, including failure modes and edge cases</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Proven ability to design systems that scale beyond MVP and remain maintainable over time</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, and engineering best practices</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Demonstrated experience shipping multiple production-grade products or platforms</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Ability to combine traditional software engineering discipline with modern AI-driven workflows</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Experience working independently with strong ownership and product mindset</div> </div> </li> </ul> <p class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular">&nbsp;</p> <div class="mt-2"> <h3 class="m-0 text-lg text-black font-semibold">Engagement highlights:</h3> </div> <ul class="text-[0.875rem] text-black mt-1 list-disc pl-4"> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Opportunity to build impactful AI-powered products used in real production environments</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">High ownership across architecture, implementation, and delivery</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Role suited for engineers who enjoy both product thinking and technical depth</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Chance to shape scalable systems early and influence long-term engineering quality</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on execution and practical outcomes</div> </div> </li> <li class=""> <div class="flex mt-1"> <div class="m-0 text-md text-graphite-700 font-regular pl-2">Meaningful work at the intersection of full stack engineering and applied AI</div> </div> </li> </ul> <p><strong>To apply:</strong> <a href="https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/toptal-senior-full-stack-ai-engineer">https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/toptal-senior-full-stack-ai-engineer</a></p>