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Director of Engineering, Agentic AI

Twelve LabsSan Francisco
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior Level Manager

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess:A strong background in engineering and technology leadership, particularly in AI and software development. Proven experience in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex software products. Exceptional problem-solving skills with a track record of making sound technical and product decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders. A deep understanding of video processing, AI technologies, and developer tools.

About the job

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Engineering, Agentic AI to spearhead the development of Twelve Labs’ innovative agentic platform. This role will focus on enhancing the developer experience through APIs, SDKs, and advanced tooling, empowering developers to create video-native agents. You will also be responsible for flagship user applications that validate and enhance our platform. As the leader, you will oversee the entire journey from agent capabilities to production-level applications, manage multiple engineering teams, and provide strategic direction for our technology stack. This position is ideal for a proactive builder who thrives in a fast-paced AI environment, is technically savvy, and is passionate about delivering high-quality products. You will need to blend effective people leadership with the ability to navigate complex technical and product decisions amidst uncertainty.

In This Role, You Will

Lead Video Agent Platform Development

  • Drive the evolution of Twelve Labs' video agent platform, including:
    • Video ingestion and indexing for complex agent workflows.
    • Agent orchestration runtime and essential capabilities such as planning, tool utilization, and multi-step reasoning.
    • Development of tools for evaluation, observability, and debugging.
    • Ensure reliability, low latency, and cost-effectiveness in agent workflows.
    • Implement safety measures and guardrails for agent operations.
  • Oversee the complete delivery cycle of flagship user applications, from ideation to launch and subsequent iterations.
  • Manage the platform product interface, including API design and SDK development.

Ensure Delivery & Execution

  • Guarantee delivery, quality, and operational excellence across your teams.
  • Drive swift, predictable release cycles with structured planning, regular reviews, and retrospectives to foster continuous improvement.
  • Translate product and organizational objectives into clear technical strategies, timelines, and milestones while managing inter-team dependencies.

Build and Lead the Organization

  • Recruit, mentor, and expand your teams, guiding them through TLMs and Senior/Staff ICs.
  • Attract exceptional talent and continuously elevate the standards. Provide coaching and development opportunities for leaders, manage performance effectively, and establish clear growth pathways for managers and individual contributors.

About Twelve Labs

Twelve Labs is at the forefront of AI innovation, dedicated to developing cutting-edge technologies that empower developers to create intelligent video applications. Our mission is to streamline the integration of AI into video processing, enabling seamless user experiences and enhancing creativity in digital content creation.

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