Staff Ai Engineer - Search & Discovery

Coupang Inc

Mountain View, United States
Base: $184,000pyear to $376,000pyear; bonus/equity...
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Generative ai and large language models expertise
Rag framework development and maintenance
Vector databases and semantic search architecture
** Coupang Inc is seeking a Staff AI Engineer specialized in search and discovery, focusing on building AI-native applications using Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). The ideal candidate should have a strong software engineering background, experience in AI applications, and a product-led mindset to create transformative e-commerce experiences. **

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on pioneering AI-native applications where Generative AI and LLMs serve as the fundamental core intelligence for Coupang's e-commerce platform.
  • Candidates will own the full lifecycle of high-scale, non-deterministic AI systems from rapid prototyping to production deployment while enforcing reliability and safety.
  • Coupang offers a competitive base pay ranging from $184,000 to $376,000 per year along with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.

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** Coupang Inc is seeking a Staff AI Engineer specialized in search and discovery, focusing on building AI-native applications using Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). The ideal candidate should have a strong software engineering background, experience in AI applications, and a product-led mindset to create transformative e-commerce experiences. **

Salary

Base: $184,000/year to $376,000/year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life, AD&D insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Generative AI and Large Language Models expertise
  • RAG framework development and maintenance
  • Vector databases and semantic search architecture
  • End-to-end lifecycle ownership of AI systems
  • Prompt engineering and agentic design
  • High-scale non-deterministic system deployment

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in high-traffic consumer AI environments
  • Background in e-commerce search systems
  • Cross-functional team leadership experience
  • Passion for rapid prototyping and experimentation
  • Track record of 0-to-1 product launches

Key Requirements

  • 3 years of software engineering experience
  • Deep specialization in leveraging LLMs and Generative AI
  • Proven track record of taking AI products to production

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Not specified

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