Staff Software Engineer (AI SDK)

• We have an opening to hire a Staff Software Engineer - AI SDK

• Temporal provides durable execution, the systems foundation used for reliable AI at leaders such as OpenAI, Lovable, Replit, and many others
• As a member of the AI SDK team, you will be creating building blocks to support the expanding ecosystem of AI applications
• Under the hood, non-trivial AI applications quickly become distributed systems
• Fault tolerance and other challenges quickly become evident in tasks requiring reasoning, tool calls, memory management, human-in-the loop interactivity, and ambient or background processing
• Temporal removes the complexity otherwise inherent in such applications, allowing simple code that works as intended every time
• The AI SDK team is pushing to keep Temporal at the forefront of AI applications
• Because the landscape is constantly changing, we engage heavily in prototyping to ensure that the abstractions we develop meet the needs of emerging applications
• We also ensure that Temporal integrates well with leading AI frameworks and libraries
• Work as a Software Engineer
• Design and implement Temporal AI SDK features supporting a broad variety of frameworks and libraries
• Develop a deep understanding of AI application development techniques, including emerging approaches and architectures
• Work with multiple programming languages, primarily Python and TypeScript
• Make extensive use of AI coding tools, especially to ensure quality across a large number of integrations
• Take end-to-end ownership of new features, working with other teams to deliver exceptional reliability and a great developer experience
• Serve as a domain expert on AI design patterns, collaborating with field staff to provide best-practices and canonical examples
• Work directly with our developer community to debug issues that need expert attention, and get feedback on Temporal SDK features and APIs
• Write public technical documentation describing Temporal concepts and APIs
• Go the extra mile to support a customer in need, on the rare occasion that AI SDK engineering expertise is needed
• Attend the occasional developer conference to talk about how great Temporal is (optional)

Benefits

• Remote-First Workforce: We embrace a remote-first culture with flexible schedules, allowing you to balance work and life on your terms. Work from your home office or one of 150+ WeWork locations worldwide. If there’s no WeWork near you, we cover alternative co-working spaces. Plus, our Travel to Coworking stipend supports your commute with coverage for public transport, ride-sharing, or parking expenses.
• Medical, Dental & Vision: We provide comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one, covering 100% of premiums for you and your family. You can choose between a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) or a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan, with dental (including orthodontics) and full vision coverage. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are available, with employer contributions to HSA plans.
• Flexible Time Off: Employee wellness is key to our success. We encourage you to take the time you need to maintain balance and stay refreshed — whether it’s for recovery, vacation, or personal time. In addition to unlimited flexible time off, we offer 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays (US).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Planning for your future is important, and our 401(k) plan helps you build a secure financial foundation. With a range of investment options and the flexibility to contribute pre-tax or after-tax income, we make saving simple.
• Disability & Life Insurance Coverage: Our disability and life insurance ensure financial security for you and your loved ones during life’s uncertainties, from illness to injury or unexpected loss. Coverage begins on day one, with 100% of premiums covered for peace of mind.
• Paid Parental Leave: We support your family at every stage. Birth parents receive up to 20 weeks of fully paid leave, and non-birth parents up to 12 weeks. We also offer comprehensive support throughout your fertility planning journey.
• Remote Office Perks: While we provide you with the basics, enjoy a home office stipend to build up your workspace ($1,000/year), an internet stipend to ensure connectivity ($74/month), and reimbursements for work-from-home meals ($300/month).
• Health & Wellness Perks: Take advantage of a lifestyle spending account ($1,200/year), free access to the Calm app, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) offering personalized support, therapy, and other resources.
• Learning & Development Perks: Invest in your growth with a learning and development stipend ($1,500/year) for courses and certifications, and a professional membership stipend ($500/year) to deepen your industry involvement.