
About Decagon
Connecting top African developers with global opportunities
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Glendale, Arizona, USA
- Employs over 500 top-tier software developers
- Focus on remote work with clients in fintech and SaaS
- Strong emphasis on professional development and learning
Decagon is a leading tech talent platform headquartered in Glendale, Arizona, specializing in connecting companies with the top 0.5% of software developers in Africa. With a focus on remote work, Decagon has successfully matched skilled engineers with clients across various industries, including fin...
🎁 Benefits
Decagon offers competitive salaries, equity options, flexible remote work arrangements, and generous PTO policies to support work-life balance. They a...
🌟 Culture
Decagon fosters a culture of excellence by prioritizing high-quality talent and ensuring that their developers are equipped with the latest tools and ...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Decagon is hiring a Senior Research Engineer to develop and implement state-of-the-art conversational AI models. You'll work with Python and modern ML tooling to enhance AI agents for enterprise support. This position requires a strong background in machine learning and a track record of impactful research.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in machine learning and AI, with fluency in Python and experience with modern ML tooling. Your expertise includes model training, evaluation, and data pipelines, allowing you to adapt and implement cutting-edge techniques effectively. You have a proven track record of taking research ideas from prototype to reliable, measurable production impact, demonstrating your ability to drive results in real-world applications.
You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to push the boundaries of applied conversational AI. Your understanding of nuanced intent and long context tracking enables you to contribute to the development of AI agents that enhance customer experiences. You are committed to excellence and innovation, aligning with Decagon's values of getting things done and inventing what customers want.
What you'll do
As a Senior Research Engineer at Decagon, you will be responsible for developing the model and decision-making stack that powers our conversational agents. You will research, adapt, and implement state-of-the-art techniques in model training, prompting, orchestration, and evaluation. Your goal will be to enhance the accuracy, robustness, and efficiency of our agents in production environments, ultimately improving customer interactions across various channels.
You will collaborate with other engineers and researchers to design experiments, analyze results, and iterate on your findings to ensure continuous improvement. Your work will directly impact how our AI agents understand and respond to customer inquiries, leading to higher resolution rates and better user satisfaction. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior team members, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of learning and growth within the team.
What we offer
At Decagon, we provide a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can thrive. We offer competitive compensation ranging from $300K to $400K, along with equity options to share in our success. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a flexible vacation policy that allows you to take what you need to recharge. You will enjoy daily lunches, dinners, and snacks in the office, ensuring you stay at your best while working on innovative projects that redefine customer experiences.
Join us at Decagon and be part of a team that is shaping the future of conversational AI. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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