Jr. AI Engineer

Vagaro is seeking a Jr. AI Engineer to help develop generative AI-driven features and scalable machine learning solutions. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into existing products and develop new AI-powered experiences for the health, beauty, and wellness industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, design, and develop generative AI-driven features and experiences customized to the unique preferences and behaviors of our users
• Utilize cutting-edge technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and other AI methodologies to improve product functionality
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate AI capabilities into existing products and pioneer the development of new AI-powered solutions
• Work closely with product designers to define requirements, prioritize features, and craft intuitive user interfaces for AI-powered features
• Implement, test, and deploy scalable machine learning solutions in production
• Stay current with the latest advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence

Preferred

• 0 - 2 years preferable

Benefits

• Annual Bonus: Up to 10%
• 15 accrued days of PTO, plus 10 company holidays annually
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Discounts on attractions, theme parks, shows, sports events, movies, hotels, and more through TicketsAtWork
• $30/month reimbursement for any Vagaro service, including health, beauty, or wellness treatments
• $50 monthly stipend for the onsite microkitchen
• Complimentary DoorDash DashPass subscription
• College Assistance Reimbursement
• Access to EAP & Work/Life Programs
• A LinkedIn Learning account
• 401k program with 4% matching
• Optional life/supplemental insurance
• Access to our on-site gym, flavored water dispenser, and basketball court
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Company

• Salon, spa, and fitness business management software platform
• Pleasanton, California, USA
• https://sales.vagaro.com/
• Founded in 2009
• 201-500 employees

Qualifications

• hands-on experience in developing Agentic, LLM and NLP based applications
• Proficient in machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI techniques
• Proficiency in Python
• Some experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP or Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong problem-solving skills to devise innovative and creative AI solutions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on experience in developing Agentic, LLM and NLP based applications
• 0 - 2 years preferable

Required skills

• Agentic AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Python, AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, Docker, Kubernetes

Preferred skills

• 0 - 2 years preferable

Experience

• Entry level