[Hiring] Founding AI Engineer @CoverForce

Role Description

This is our first dedicated AI engineer role, and you will play a key role in shaping how we apply AI across our product, platform, and internal workflows.

• Design and build LLM-powered agents and workflows that automate complex tasks and deliver real user value.
• Use prompt engineering, embeddings, retrieval-based methods, and fine-tuning to improve system performance.
• Apply traditional ML techniques to structured and semi-structured data problems.
• Work across the stack to support scalable, production-grade AI infrastructure.
• Mentor and support teammates who are eager to grow their AI/ML skills, contributing to a strong learning culture.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in LLMs and machine learning, and help bring the best ideas into our products.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in AI/ML, ideally including exposure to both LLMs and traditional machine learning techniques.
• Hands-on experience working with LLMs in production - whether through prompt design, chaining, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) or fine-tuning.
• A creative approach to leveraging LLMs, thinking beyond chat interfaces to real-world workflows and automation.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, taking ownership from concept to deployment.
• Solid background in traditional AI/ML, with experience applying it to real-world data problems.
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in mentoring teammates and sharing knowledge.

Benefits

• Build from the ground up - As the first AI engineer hire, you’ll lead our AI tech strategy and mentor others.
• Own your impact - You’ll work directly with our founders and have full ownership over your domain.
• Fast-growing startup - We’re backed by top investors and partnered with the biggest names in insurance.
• CoverForce has been a remote-first company in India since its inception and will always strive to be flexible to employees’ preferences.
• Quarterly virtual events to connect with your team members while celebrating our success and accomplishments.
• Clear norms and etiquette around virtual meetings.
• Team building activities every month to let off steam and relax.
• We offer competitive compensation packages.