Job Summary:
Gradial is a company that helps marketers and creatives move from idea to execution faster by automating website updates and content optimization. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of AI-native systems, working closely with product and design to create powerful tools and architect the foundation of their product.
Responsibilities:
โข Lead the design and implementation of systems that convert natural language into intelligent, multi-step workflows using generative AI
โข Architect and scale an LLM agent for real-time inference, dynamic prompting, and tool orchestration
โข Drive technical direction across the stack - from backend systems to front-end UXโwith a focus on performance, scalability, and long-term maintainability
โข Design systems that learn over time - integrating customer feedback, usage data, and brand preferences
โข Mentor and guide other engineers; influence engineering culture, standards, and best practices
โข Collaborate with design and product to reshape the software in real-time; adding/removing features or adjusting layout on the fly
โข Ensure scalability, reliability and performance through strong testing, deployment, and observability practices
โข Operate without silos: own the problem and the solution from end to end
Qualifications:
Required:
โข 5+ years of professional experience
โข Proven experience delivering complex systems in fast-paced or ambiguous environments
โข Deep technical expertise in algorithms, distributed systems, and software design
โข Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across functions
โข Experience solving high-variance or unstructured problems with elegant, product-minded solutions
โข Background in math, physics, systems engineering, or other technical domains
โข High ownership mindset with a track record of going from 0โ1
Preferred:
โข Experience in high-growth or early-stage startups
โข Familiarity with AI/ML tooling and LLMs
โข Proficiency with TypeScript or similar languages
Company:
Gradial is an enterprise software company that provides AI agents that automate enterprise content workflows. Founded in 2023, the company is headquartered in Seattle, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.