Senior AI Researcher

3 days ago


Reston, Virginia, United States Duckie (YC W24) Full time

About Duckie

We're a fast-growing YC startup building the world's best AI customer support assistant for B2B software companies. Our goal is to create a seamless user experience through advanced AI foundations and deep product and engineering knowledge integrations.

The Role

We're seeking a founding engineer to join our team in San Francisco. This is a unique opportunity to blend applied AI research with backend development. You'll spend 30% of your time researching cutting-edge technologies in AI/LLMs and the rest implementing these innovations.

We're looking for someone who is deeply curious about new technologies, passionate about AI, and excited about building impactful products from the ground up.

As a founding engineer, you will have significant ownership over the product and play a key role in shaping both the product and the company's trajectory.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Core AI: Build advanced AI systems (multi-agent, RAG pipelines, fine-tuning, etc.).
  • Backend Generalist: Develop key product features for a seamless user experience.
  • Full Ownership: Drive your work from concept to impact, collaborating closely with the founders to solve challenges and shape the company's future.

About You

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Backend generalist (Python, Typescript, vector db, AWS).
  • Strong interest in applied AI/LLM.
  • Willing to work in person in San Francisco.
  • Bonus: Startup experience and comfortable with a fast pace.

The Interview Process

  • CEO - 30 mins call
  • CTO - 1 hour call
  • Onsite Trial - 5 days

We give a decision within 3 days after the trial.


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