Senior AI Engineer

ABOUT BLANK METAL Blank Metal is an AI-native engineering company that partners with enterprises to deliver production AI fast. We blend strategic insight with hands-on execution, shipping high-impact systems that turn AI initiatives into measurable business results. We're builders, not theorists. Our team of seasoned engineers, designers, and strategists work across industries to create AI applications that actually get used and make a difference. THE ROLE You're a technical leader who shapes how Blank Metal approaches AI engineering. With experience designing, building, and shipping AI features that hold up under real‑world use, you combine deep technical expertise with mentorship and vision. You architect complex AI systems, make critical technical decisions, and elevate the entire team's capabilities. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Lead the technical architecture and strategy for AI‑powered projects - Design scalable, production‑grade systems that handle real‑world complexity - Make critical decisions about tooling, frameworks, and architectural patterns - Own the quality and reliability of systems in production - Mentor and develop other engineers - Drive technical discussions and shape team standards - Keep up with emerging tools and techniques - Build observability and evaluation frameworks - Partner with product and client teams to translate business needs into technical solutions - Contribute to longer‑term technical vision and innovation WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - AI Architecture Expertise: Deep understanding of production AI systems design, scalability, and reliability - Production AI Leadership: Extensive hands-on experience building, deploying, and operating AI systems - System Design Mastery: Can architect complex AI integrations that scale, handle edge cases, and provide excellent observability - AI Tooling Depth: Expert knowledge of LLM APIs, vector databases, prompt engineering, agents, and emerging AI tools - Full-Stack Fluency: Advanced development skills across