Applied AI Engineer
Catalyst LabsSunnyvale, California, United States • San Francisco, California, United States
Posted April 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Catalyst Labs is a leading talent agency with a specialized vertical in Applied AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science.
Job Description
Catalyst Labs is a leading talent agency with a specialized vertical in Applied AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science. They partner with clients to drive the next wave of applied intelligence. The company is looking for an Applied AI Engineer to help architect the foundation of next-generation Mind Architecture, a system that powers how digital minds learn, reason, and express individuality.
Requirements
- 4-6+ years of experience in AI or ML engineering
- Strong Python expertise, including asynchronous programming, event loop optimization, and performance tuning
- Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), context engineering, and LLM eval frameworks
- Deep practical understanding of how LLMs reason, how to structure inputs, and how to measure improvement
Benefits
- Unlimited Learning Stipend: books, courses, or conferences of your choice
- 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