Senior Software Engineer, AI Enablement
Chime is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join its AI Enablement team, focusing on developing internal platforms and tools that integrate AI capabilities across the organization. This role involves working on systems like Archimedes, Bosun, and easyRAG, which support internal AI assistants, developer workflows, and retrieval-based applications. The team is dedicated to creating standardized, secure, and efficient AI solutions that empower Chime's employees.
In this position, you will be responsible for building and enhancing internal AI platforms, designing reusable components such as APIs, SDKs, and templates, and prototyping new AI features. A key aspect of the role is defining and refining Chime's AI usage patterns, ensuring a balance between developer speed and system safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Platform Engineering, Security, Risk, Legal, and product teams, is essential to develop scalable and well-governed AI systems.
Ideal candidates will have significant experience in software engineering, particularly in building distributed systems, platform services, or internal developer tools. Hands-on experience with large language models (LLMs) or machine learning services, along with proficiency in Python, Go, or TypeScript/JavaScript, is required. A platform-oriented mindset, familiarity with AI-specific engineering challenges, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders are also important.
The base salary for this role ranges from $164,000 to $227,000 annually, with full-time employees eligible for bonuses, equity packages, and comprehensive benefits. Chime offers a remote-friendly work environment, with an in-office policy of four days a week and the option to work from home on Fridays for those near one of the offices. Additional benefits include backup child, elder, and pet care, subsidized commuter benefits, and wellness support.
Chime fosters a culture of boldness, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Employees are encouraged to take risks, embrace diverse perspectives, and provide honest feedback. The company is deeply entrepreneurial, with each team member viewing themselves as a steward of Chime's mission to help individuals achieve financial progress.