AI Engineer - Associate

Who we are Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress. Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that. Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive. This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale. We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life. If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us. About the role We are seeking an AI Engineer & Systems Architect who excels at building at the speed of thought. You embrace modern "vibe coding" (leveraging AI coding assistants to rapidly generate syntax and accelerate development) but your true value lies in your deep, foundational software engineering expertise. You do not blindly rely on Large Language Models (LLMs) to do the work; instead, you command them. You use your rigorous understanding of system architecture and code mechanics to orchestrate, debug, and weave together complex, deeply intertwined web applications. In this role, you will act as the master architect, using AI to amplify your output while ensuring the underlying infrastructure remains secure, scalable, and technically sound. What you’ll do • Architect Complex Web Ecosystems: Design and build intricate, highly intertwined web applications, ensuring seamless communication across diverse microservices, frontend interfaces, and backend AI models. • High-Velocity AI-Assisted Development: Utilize AI coding tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot) to execute rapid "vibe coding" and prototyping, translating product vision into functional systems at unprecedented speeds. • Rigorous Code Orchestration & Review: Act as the final gatekeeper for AI-generated code. Apply your deep foundational knowledge to review, refactor, and debug complex logic, ensuring all outputs meet strict production-grade standards. • Build AI-Powered Features: Integrate external commercial APIs, self-hosted open-source models, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks directly into complex web application workflows. • Manage State and Data Flow: Engineer robust data pipelines and state management systems that can handle the unpredictable latency and complex data structures inherent in generative AI applications. What we’re looking for • Advanced Systems Architecture: Deep understanding of modern web architectures (e.g., distributed systems, event-driven architecture, microservices) and how to untangle and manage deeply intertwined codebases. • Software Engineering Fundamentals: A rock-solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and design patterns. You must possess the ability to instantly read, comprehend, and correct complex code generated by AI. • Full-Stack & Web Proficiency: Expert-level knowledge of modern full-stack web development (e.g., React, Next.js, Node.js, Python/FastAPI) and the intricacies of managing complex state, websockets, and API integrations. • AI Tooling Mastery: Proven experience working alongside AI agents and coding assistants to multiply engineering output, coupled with a pragmatic understanding of their limitations and hallucination risks. • Infrastructure & Deployment: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and modern CI/CD pipelines to deploy multi-tiered web applications. Who you are • The Master Conductor: You view AI as an extension of your own capabilities. You are comfortable steering the "vibe" of a codebase at a high level while possessing the technical chops to dive deep into the weeds when the AI fails. • Systems Thinker: You see the forest and the trees. When building one feature, you inherently understand its ripple effects across a complex, intertwined web architecture. • Quality-Obsessed Builder: You understand that rapid development must not come at the cost of technical debt. You prioritize system reliability, scalability, and security, ensuring that AI-accelerated code is also resilient code. Why join us • Growing market: You’ll be focused on an $80 billion market that’s projected to reach at least $500 billion by 2030 in the US alone. • Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery. • Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow, and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success. What else you need to know At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow. Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others? #LI-Onsite