SDE – II – AI Engineer
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer (SDE-2) to design and lead modules for our AI-powered product initiatives. This is a high-impact role where you’ll work at the intersection of AI engineering and full-stack development, collaborating closely with AI Engineers and Product Managers. You’ll be expected to own architecture decisions, mentor junior developers, and deliver production-grade AI integrations at scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of AI-first product modules.
- Architect and implement backend services (Node.js, FastAPI) and integrate AI workflows using LLM APIs, LangChain, and other frameworks.
- Collaborate with AI Engineers and PMs to scope, design, and ship high-value features quickly.
- Optimize system performance and scalability for AI-heavy workloads.
- Mentor junior engineers and drive code quality best practices.
- Leverage AI coding assistants (ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, etc.) to accelerate delivery without compromising quality.
Technical Skills
- AI/ML: Strong experience with LLM APIs, LangChain, agentic workflows, and AI pipeline development.
- Backend: Node.js, FastAPI, REST/GraphQL APIs.
- Frontend: React.js, Next.js (beneficial).
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis.
- DevOps & Architecture: AWS/GCP, Docker, microservices, CI/CD pipelines.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of software development experience with at least 2 years in AI-related projects.
- Strong system design and architectural skills.
- Proven track record of delivering complex features from concept to production.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- Ability to thrive in a high-paced, high-growth startup environment.
Why Join Us?
At Uniqus, you’ll work in a high-velocity, high-growth environment where AI is not an experiment — it’s our core. You’ll get to:
At Uniqus, you’ll work in a high-velocity, high-growth environment where AI is not an experiment — it’s our core. You’ll get to:
- Build real-world AI applications used by global enterprises.
- Collaborate with top-tier engineers and product leaders.
- Leverage the best AI tools to 10x your output.
- Grow alongside a company backed by some of the best investors in the industry.