About this role
TLDR is hiring a remote Senior Software Engineer, Applied AI to lead the development of intelligent agents and autonomous workflows across internal company functions. This full-time position is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in LLM product development who wants to shape AI systems at a profitable, bootstrapped tech media company.
Role Overview
The Senior Software Engineer, Applied AI will drive the Applied AI program at TLDR, operating on the thesis that every internal process should automatically improve as model capabilities advance. In this position, the engineer will ensure that an LLM sits in the loop on every workflow, transforming manual tasks into push-based systems where humans write specs and evaluate outcomes. The role offers direct access to the CEO, an unlimited token budget, and the opportunity to build systems with no legacy code to fight.
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About the Company
TLDR runs the largest network of tech newsletters in the world, boasting over 8 million subscribers covering software engineering, startups, AI, cybersecurity, and product. Content is authored by active builders and researchers from organizations like OpenAI, Meta, DeepMind, Anthropic, and Coinbase. The 31-person full-time team includes alumni from prominent tech and media companies. TLDR is bootstrapped, profitable, and funded by major tech advertisers including Google Cloud, AWS, Anthropic, Slack, GitHub, and Notion.
How to Apply
Interested candidates ready to make a significant impact at a profitable and growing company should visit the official TLDR careers page to submit an application and request any necessary accommodations.
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What is the salary for the Senior Software Engineer, Applied AI role?
The base compensation ranges from $250,000 to $300,000 per year, supplemented by an annual company performance bonus between $25,000 and $60,000.
Is this job remote?
Yes, this is a 100% remote position available to candidates living across the United States and Canada, with compensation aligned to tier-1 city rates.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have 5+ years of total professional experience, including at least 2 years building products and systems with LLMs, with a production agent successfully taken to market.
What benefits are provided with this position?
Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with a 100% paid option, a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave, flexible PTO, biannual team offsites, a home office stipend, and a learning and development stipend for AI tools.
What does TLDR do as a company?
TLDR operates the world's largest network of tech newsletters with over 8 million subscribers, focusing on topics like software engineering, AI, startups, and cybersecurity, written by active industry practitioners.