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AI Engineer (French Speaking)

DistylNew YorkEngineering
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Salary
$150K – $250K
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Senior · 5+ yrs
Posted
17 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 8d ago

About this role

Distyl is seeking an AI Engineer (French Speaking) for a hybrid role in New York to build and operate production-grade artificial intelligence systems for enterprise clients. This position is well-suited for a software professional with strong Python capabilities and fluency in French who thrives on solving complex operational challenges in client-facing environments.

Role Overview

The AI Engineer role focuses on building, deploying, and maintaining end-to-end AI systems that function reliably under strict enterprise constraints. Located in New York with a hybrid schedule requiring three days per week in the office, the professional in this position collaborates directly with subject matter experts, customer stakeholders, and internal teams to transform operational workflows into functional system behaviors. Candidates should expect a travel commitment ranging from 10% to 30% depending on project needs.

Key Responsibilities

Build and operate AI systems deployed in customer environments, taking direct ownership of system behavior and production reliability
Design and implement compound AI workflows combining models, prompts, agents, tools, retrieval, evaluation, and feedback loops
Develop clean and maintainable Python services and application logic integrating AI capabilities into customer workflows and platforms
Monitor live systems, measure behavior, identify failure modes, debug issues, and iterate rapidly to enhance quality and user value
Construct evaluation frameworks, test cases, and observability patterns to track and improve system performance over time
Partner directly with customer stakeholders to understand operational workflows, clarify requirements, and adapt systems to evolving needs
Leverage AI-native engineering tools to accelerate implementation, debugging, experimentation, and data analysis

Requirements

Minimum of five years of software engineering experience
Fluent in written and spoken French, with the ability to lead technical discussions and collaborate with French-speaking clients
Experience building applications powered by LLMs or other AI models, composing components like prompts, agents, and retrieval into end-to-end systems
Strong engineering fundamentals including clean Python development, versioning, debugging, testing, and production readiness
Ability to operate comfortably in customer environments, communicating clearly about system behavior, limitations, and tradeoffs
Willingness to travel between 10% and 30% of the time based on project and customer requirements

Skills and Tools

Python
LLMs and AI Models
AI-native engineering tools
APIs and data platforms

Salary and Benefits

Base salary range from $150K to $250K, determined by experience, location, and level
Meaningful equity and a comprehensive benefits package
100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
Flexible time off
Retirement and financial planning benefits including 401(k), pre-tax HSA, FSA, commuter accounts, and financial coaching
Wellness benefits covering physical fitness, mental well-being, and fertility and family-building support through Carrot
Complimentary in-office lunches and snacks

About the Company

Distyl is an applied AI technology company that partners with large global institutions across telecom, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, consumer goods, and social organizations to rearchitect critical operations. The company researches and deploys technologies powering AI-native operations, affecting large-scale consumer interactions, supply chain transactions, and patient journeys. Distyl is backed by investors including Lightspeed Venture Partners, Khosla Ventures, Coatue, and DST Global, with offices located in San Francisco and New York.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location and work model for this job?

The role is based in New York with a hybrid collaboration model requiring three or more days per week in the New York office.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, travel is typically required 10% to 30% of the time, depending on the project, customer needs, and your role on the engagement.

What language skills are required?

Candidates must be fluent in both written and spoken French, with the capability to lead technical discussions and collaborate directly with French-speaking clients.

What is the salary range for the AI Engineer role?

The base salary ranges from $150,000 to $250,000, depending on experience, location, and level, with additional eligibility for meaningful equity and comprehensive benefits.

How many years of experience are required?

The posting requires 5+ years of software engineering experience.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Distyl careers page.

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