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Generative AI Engineer

Job in Simi Valley, Ventura County, California, 93097, USA
Listing for: AeroVironment, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, AI Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 200000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* Collaborating with teams to design, build, deploy, and scale Generative AI solutions.
* Own the full-stack development, enhancement, and scaling of AV GPT, our enterprise AI platform built on frameworks like OpenWebUI, LiteLLM, and Postgre

SQL.
* Design, build, and deploy autonomous 'Agentic Automations' using n8n to automate complex, multi-system business processes for functions like Finance, Operations, SDLC, Dev Ops etc.
* Support and scale the Roo Code platform to enhance developer velocity, with a goal of accelerating the SDLC for over 600 engineers.
* Develop and maintain robust API integrations (using our MCP connectivity layer) to connect GenAI platforms with critical enterprise systems, including Oracle Fusion, Workday, Salesforce, Jira, and Confluence.
* Implement, manage, and optimize advanced Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, including embedding strategies and vector database management.
* Collaborate with stakeholders in Engineering, Finance, HR, and other departments to identify and execute high-value automation opportunities aligned with 'Project Frictionless.'
* Act as a core technical expert within the CoE, helping to establish best practices, govern AI use, and research new tools and techniques to maintain our competitive advantage.
* Creates software design documentation according to software process requirements.
* Delivers work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget.
* Operates in a continuous learning environment and provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
* Demonstrates methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead).
* Bachelor’s degree in the field of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
* 12+ years of progressive experience designing, developing, and deploying advanced software solutions, including at least 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Generative AI or machine learning systems.
* Proven expertise in end-to-end solution design, including architecture, API integrations, and data pipeline development across cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
* 8+ years of experience in full-stack development and systems integration, applying design patterns, Dev Ops best practices, and API frameworks.
* 8+ years of hands-on experience with relational databases (Postgre

SQL preferred), including optimization, fault-tolerance, and secure data access.
* Proficiency in Python and modern AI development frameworks such as Lang Chain, LiteLLM, and n8n.
* Demonstrated success leading or mentoring engineers and contributing to enterprise-scale technical initiatives. Knowledge of the following is a plus:
* Experience with open-source GenAI front ends like OpenWebUI
* Experience in a GenAI Center of Excellence (CoE)
* Familiarity with Oracle Fusion, Workday, or Salesforce
* Experience supporting AI for C++ code generation
* Knowledge of Jira and Confluence
* Strong communication skills: oral presentations, writing, negotiation, active listening, influencing positive team dynamics
* Advanced degree is preferred
* Uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles to achieve goals in creative and effective ways
* Exhibits effective interpersonal, listening and communication skills (written and verbal) Communicates ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
* Successfully works within a multi-project environment and supports multiple internal customers
* Is successful in working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
* Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
* Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
* Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
* Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
* Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
* Required to sit and…
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