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Staff+ Software Engineer, Platform Ecosystem

AnthropicSan Francisco, CA | New York City, NYEngineering & Design - Product
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
15 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Staff+ Software Engineer, Platform Ecosystem role at Anthropic is a founding engineering position based in San Francisco, CA or New York City, NY, designed for experienced technologists eager to shape the commercial rails and vertical API markets for Claude. This opportunity suits senior engineers with a strong product focus who want to build foundational capabilities and drive zero-to-one initiatives in mission-driven sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Drive zero-to-one product efforts from ideation through delivery within the Platform Ecosystem team.
Partner closely with product, design, research, and forward-deployed engineering teams.
Build capabilities, integrations, and workflows for vertical API markets like Life Sciences and Healthcare.
Design and operate monetization systems, commercial rails, and controls that allow businesses to price, package, and sell applications built on Claude.
Navigate ambiguity independently to make sound technical decisions across a breadth of different technology stacks.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of practical experience as a backend or platform engineer, along with some frontend experience.
Familiarity with using AI tools as part of the software development process.
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a relevant field.
Ability to work on a location-based hybrid policy, expecting staff to be in the office at least 25% of the time.

Skills and Tools

Backend engineering and platform development
Frontend engineering experience
AI development tools and workflows
Cross-functional product strategy and execution

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range: $405,000 to $485,000 USD
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Optional equity donation matching
Generous vacation and parental leave
Flexible working hours and collaborative office space
Visa sponsorship available with immigration lawyer support

About the Company

Anthropic is a public benefit corporation dedicated to creating reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems that are safe and beneficial for society. Operating as a single cohesive team focused on large-scale research, the company brings together researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders to advance AI safety and empirical research.

How to Apply

Candidates should submit their application directly on the official Anthropic careers page.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location for the Staff+ Software Engineer, Platform Ecosystem role?

The position is based in San Francisco, CA or New York City, NY, with a location preference for candidates based in NY, SEA, SF, or the Bay Area.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual salary range is $405,000 to $485,000 USD.

How many years of experience are required?

A minimum of 8 years of practical experience as a backend or platform engineer is required.

Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship for this role?

Yes, Anthropic sponsors visas and retains an immigration lawyer to assist candidates who receive an offer.

What is the office attendance policy?

Anthropic maintains a location-based hybrid policy where staff are expected to be in an office at least 25% of the time.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Anthropic careers page.

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