Senior Software Engineer - AI Applications

Who you are

You have a strong background in software development, data science, and machine learning — your experience includes building applied AI applications that utilize existing Large Language Models to achieve high accuracy rates. You thrive on solving complex problems and are passionate about using cutting-edge technology to disrupt traditional processes in estate planning.

With a proactive approach to problem-solving, you take ownership of constructing services that ingest structured results — your ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment makes you a valuable team member. You are excited about the opportunity to shape an industry and contribute to a growing startup.

Desirable

Experience with AI applications in a SaaS environment is a plus — familiarity with estate planning or wealth management can help you understand the unique challenges and opportunities in this field. You are adaptable and open to learning new technologies as the landscape evolves.

What you'll do

As a Senior Software Engineer - AI Applications at Vanilla Technologies, you will be responsible for developing and implementing AI-driven solutions that modernize estate planning. You will collaborate with a diverse team of advisors, planners, and attorneys to create a seamless digital experience for clients. Your role will involve utilizing machine learning techniques to enhance the platform's capabilities and improve user engagement.

You will work closely with product managers and designers to define requirements and translate them into technical specifications — your contributions will directly impact the functionality and success of the platform. You will also be involved in code reviews and mentoring junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

In addition to coding, you will participate in brainstorming sessions to identify new features and enhancements that align with the company's vision — your insights will help drive the product roadmap and ensure that the technology meets the evolving needs of users. You will also monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise, ensuring a high-quality user experience.

What we offer

At Vanilla Technologies, we embrace flexibility and support a distributed team across the U.S. — you will have the opportunity to work remotely while staying closely connected with your colleagues. We offer a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued, and you can make a real impact on the company's growth and success.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — we believe that diverse teams build better products and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Join us in transforming the estate planning industry with innovative technology and a user-centric approach.