Associate Engineer AI and Agentic

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE

The Associate Engineer - AI and Agentics is responsible for building foundational AI-enabled applications prototypes prompts tests documentation and agentic automations while learning SDLC best practices security expectations and responsible AI standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in building simple AI-enabled prototypes internal tools and workflow automations.
• Translate clearly defined requirements into small software components scripts prompts test cases and configuration changes.
• Support prompt engineering basic agent workflows retrieval-assisted use cases and API integrations.
• Use approved AI-assisted development tools such as coding copilots or agentic coding tools to learn prototype document and improve code with appropriate review.
• Write and execute basic unit tests validation checks and troubleshooting steps to confirm expected behavior.
• Maintain clear documentation including setup notes design summaries prompt/spec notes user instructions and operational runbooks.
• Participate in code reviews demos testing sessions backlog discussions and team learning activities.
• Follow company policies for data privacy information security access control compliance and responsible use of AI.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Artificial Intelligence Data Science Software Engineering or a related field; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Candidates with early experience of software engineering data science automation or related technical work gained through internships academic projects research assignments open-source contributions hackathons or personal portfolio work.
• Portfolio GitHub repository class project internship deliverable or capstone project that demonstrates coding automation AI data or problem-solving skills.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Foundational programming ability in Python JavaScript/TypeScript Java or a similar language demonstrated through coursework or projects.
• Basic understanding of software development fundamentals including data structures APIs Git debugging testing and documentation.
• Introductory knowledge of AI machine learning generative AI LLMs prompt engineering or data science concepts through coursework projects or self-directed learning.
• Ability to learn and apply approved AI-assisted development tools responsibly with review and coaching from senior team members.
• Ability to quickly acquire new knowledge apply critical thinking maintain attention to detail and ask insightful questions to resolve uncertainty in requirements or technical approaches.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain work document decisions and collaborate with technical and non-technical teammates.
• Ability to apply principles of responsible AI data privacy information security and ethical technology practices in day-to-day work.

Preferred:

• Basic familiarity with cloud platforms databases REST APIs notebooks or data tools is preferred.

Travel Requirements

• 0% No travel is expected of this position

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $103000 - $145000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidates geographic region which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidates geographic region job-related knowledge skills experience and internal equity among other factors.

In addition to the base salary as part of our Total Rewards program Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package including a 401k plan with generous company contributions group medical dental and vision coverage life and disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program or if field sales staff a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock and receive long-term incentives 15 accrued vacation days in their first year 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

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WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs to ensure a comfortable workspace.

DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class.