Applied AI Engineer

Catalyst Labs is a leading talent agency that partners with AI-first startups and established tech companies to build and deploy Applied AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science solutions. They are seeking an Applied AI Engineer to help architect the foundation of next-generation Mind Architecture, a system that powers digital minds to learn, reason, and express individuality. The role involves designing graph-based architecture, developing novel embeddings, and integrating structured graph reasoning with neural retrieval.

Requirements

• 4-6+ years of experience in AI or ML engineering
• Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), context engineering, and LLM eval frameworks
• Strong Python expertise, including asynchronous programming, event loop optimization, and performance tuning

Benefits

• Unlimited Learning Stipend
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) via Human Interest
• Relocation assistance to San Francisco (if applicable)
• A creative, high-agency culture that celebrates curiosity and deep thinking