Principal AI Engineer in Common Forge Ventures

Common Forge is building an AI-enabled practice that delivers rapid, production-ready AI workflows for mid-market clients. The Principal AI Engineer will lead technical direction across multiple client engagements, translating business goals into scalable AI architectures and hands-on solutions. You will drive discovery with executive stakeholders, architect end-to-end AI-enabled systems, and shepherd the execution from concept to production. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on development and team mentorship to expand our AI-enabled offerings and accelerate client value realization.

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We’re seeking a technically exceptional leader with 10+ years of software or data engineering experience, including recent work in AI or automation. You should demonstrate a strong ability to set architectural direction and scale delivery across multiple clients or products. Deep knowledge of large language models, AI orchestration tools (n8n, LangChain, Clay), and experience integrating cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure) with CRM/ERP or internal data systems is essential. Proficiency in at least one backend stack (Python, Node.js, or Go), experience with vector databases and RAG systems, and solid DevOps practices (CI/CD, containers) are required. Excellent client-facing and communication skills are a must, with a track record of delivering in fast-paced, cross-time-zone environments. Fluency in English and the ability to present to executives and non-technical stakeholders are important.