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Kaizen Stackup

Agent Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Full-time Agent Engineer About Us We're at the forefront of developing cutting-edge AI-powered agent systems that are revolutionizing how businesses interact with their customers and manage their ...

Swarms

Agent Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

As an Agent Engineer at Swarms, you will design, build, and optimize autonomous agents that collaborate to solve complex problems. You will work on cutting-edge multi-agent systems, implementing ...

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Staffingine LLC

Agent Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Agent Engineer Job Location: Soma, San Francisco Job Type: Full-time * Someone who builds agents, using agents, for a web navigated by agents. * You'll be high agency yourself - meaning you have ...

Coframe

Agent Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180K - $300K/yr

As an Agent Engineer, you'll build the core intelligence behind these systems. You'll work on AI agents that create production-ready interfaces, reason through complex tasks, use tools, validate ...

Rifa AI

Agent Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

And our Agent Studio lets engineers, non-engineers, and auditors collaborate to build and improve AI agents with the right guardrails to achieve the expected business outcomes. Rifa was founded by ...

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Liberate

Staff AI Agent Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

You are an engineer who ships. What You'll Do * Own complex, high-impact agent deployments from design through production * Design, build, and iterate on agent workflows, prompts, evals, and ...

Liberate

Staff AI Agent Engineer

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

You are an engineer who ships. What You'll Do * Own complex, high-impact agent deployments from design through production * Design, build, and iterate on agent workflows, prompts, evals, and ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$123K - $170K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

$110K - $151K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

$132K - $182K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

Newark, CA · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

$123K - $169K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

Union City, CA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

$102K - $140K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$128K - $177K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

Techvilla Solutions

Senior AI Agent Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan ...

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How much do agent engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for agent engineer in California is $16.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Agent Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectAgent EngineerNetwork Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related, certifications like CCNA, CompTIA Network+Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related, certifications like CCNA, CCNP
Work EnvironmentDeveloping, testing, and maintaining agent software, often in software development teamsDesigning, implementing, and managing network infrastructure, often in IT or telecom environments
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, software firms, cloud service providersTelecom, IT services, large enterprises with complex networks

Agent Engineers focus on developing and maintaining software agents that facilitate automation and communication within systems, while Network Engineers design and manage network infrastructure. Both roles require technical certifications and often work in tech-driven environments, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Agent Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,197 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

Agent Engineer

Kaizen Stackup

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Full-time Agent Engineer
About Us
We're at the forefront of developing cutting-edge AI-powered agent systems that are revolutionizing how businesses interact with their customers and manage their operations. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in artificial intelligence and machine learning, creating intelligent agents that can understand, learn, and adapt to complex environments.
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and motivated Full-time Agent Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated AI agents that can perform a wide range of tasks autonomously. You will work closely with our research, product, and data science teams to bring innovative ideas to life and create agents that can understand and respond to human language, make decisions, and solve complex problems.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement intelligent agent architectures using state-of-the-art machine learning and natural language processing techniques
  • Develop and optimize algorithms for agent decision-making, planning, and problem-solving
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate agent systems into various applications and platforms
  • Implement and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient code for agent systems
  • Conduct experiments and analyze results to improve agent performance and capabilities
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, and apply new techniques to enhance our agent systems
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of our development practices
  • Debug and troubleshoot complex issues in agent behavior and performance
  • Write clear and comprehensive technical documentation for agent systems and algorithms
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the growth of the team's technical expertise
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
  • Strong proficiency in Python and TypeScript
  • Solid understanding of Software Engineering principles and best practices
  • Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
  • Familiarity with natural language processing techniques and libraries (e.g., NLTK, spaCy)
  • Knowledge of reinforcement learning and decision-making algorithms
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality software projects
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with developing conversational AI or chatbot systems

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