AI-First Software Engineer

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Planet DDS is a dynamic and rapidly growing dental SaaS company transforming how dental practices run their businesses, serving over 13,000 practices across the United States with over 118,000 users.

We are seeking an AI‑Powered Software Engineer who treats AI agents as a primary development tool – crafting prompts, orchestrating agentic workflows, and rapidly prototyping solutions that shape future products. The ideal candidate has previous Innovation team and/or start‑up experience using AI development technologies.

This role would be onsite in Irvine, CA for the first 4‑6 weeks.

• Application Development: AI‑first development of applications using AI coding tools, AI agents, and low‑code platforms to accelerate velocity.
• Integration:
  Integrate AI‑driven and low‑code solutions with existing systems and databases, ensuring seamless functionality.
• Customization:
  Use AI code generation to extend solutions when custom functionality is needed.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with product managers and other stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions, whereas prototypes help shape product strategy and leadership decisions.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning and continuously improve AI code generation processes and methodologies.
• Communication:
  Effective communication skills to explain complex programming or AI concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.

• Education:
  
  A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related discipline is required.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years of experience in AI and machine learning, with a focus on code generation and software development.
• Skills:
  
  Hands‑on with AI‑powered tools (Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, Figma, MCP, v0.app, etc.). Strong understanding of software development principles. Proficiency with C#, .NET, OpenAPI, Python, PyTorch, Docker, Git, Microservices, Azure Dev Ops, CI/CD, data handling, and databases like Postgres, Microsoft SQL Server.
• Cloud Platform:
  Proficiency in at least one cloud platform such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Development principles and practices:
  Proficiency with datasets / databases and understanding of the SDLC cycle.
• Attributes:
  Strong problem‑solving skills, creativity, curiosity, and a passion for innovation. Comfortable working in fast‑moving, ambiguous environments where experimentation is valued.

Unleashing dentists and their staff to focus on patient care.

In the next five years, Planet DDS will remain the leading provider of cloud‑based technology solutions in North America, expanding to serve more than 25,000 dental practices.

• Collaborative – Working independently and across teams, we create scalable solutions to enable company growth.
• Empathetic – We are educated on the experience of our customers and feel vested in their success.
• Accountable – We feel ownership for the quality of our work and take pride in the positive outcomes.
• Trustworthy – We operate with integrity and honesty, making promises we know we can keep.
• Ambitious – We are driven by our ability to make a long‑term, positive impact on the lives of dental market leaders.

An Equal Opportunity Employer – Including Disability/Veterans.