About the job
Coupang is expanding its influence in global e-commerce, with roots in South Korea and a growing presence in the Taiwanese market and beyond. The company combines the energy of a startup with the resources of a public company, encouraging initiative and innovation across all teams.
The Senior Staff II, AI Engineer - Search (L7-2) position is based in Mountain View, USA. This role centers on designing and architecting applications that use Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) as foundational technology. The aim is to build AI-native systems from the ground up, delivering new customer experiences and improving operational efficiency.
Role overview
The Senior Staff II, AI Engineer will lead projects that involve the full lifecycle of large-scale, non-deterministic AI systems. Responsibilities include rapid prototyping, architectural design, and deploying solutions into production environments. This position requires a full-stack AI approach, applying advanced LLMs to address complex technical challenges and set new standards for product development.
Key responsibilities
- Own the design and architecture of AI-native applications, using Generative AI and LLMs as core components.
- Drive projects from initial concept through to production deployment, ensuring solutions operate at scale.
- Apply a full-stack AI perspective to solve challenging problems and create new product models.
- Demonstrate a track record of moving pioneering AI ideas from inception to real-world impact.
Impact
This role is central to Coupang’s innovation strategy, shaping the future of product intelligence and customer experience. The position offers the chance to influence the direction of AI-driven commerce and contribute to the company’s ongoing growth and transformation.
