Applied AI Engineer

About this role

Tolan is seeking an Applied AI Engineer to help shape the personality and behavior of its AI companion, Tolan. The ideal candidate is a creative builder with a blend of writing and technical skills who thrives in dynamic environments, contributing to the development of features that enhance user interaction.

What you'll do

• Craft and deploy prompts for Tolan's personality
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams
• Develop new features and improve existing ones
• Conduct testing through creative and evaluative methods
• Engage in creative writing and AI-assisted development

What they're looking for

• Creative writing
• Technical intuition
• Experience with AI technology
• Systems thinking
• Ability to work in ambiguity
• Background in writing, art, or game design

Benefits

• Collaborative team environment
• Autonomy and ownership in projects
• Opportunity to shape innovative AI interactions
• Access to an experienced team with successful backgrounds
• In-person work in downtown San Francisco