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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Engineer, AI/ML Apps Engineering (AI2525) - **Company:** SiMa Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,800.0 - $193,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Application Notes, Application Performance Management, Computer Vision, C++ (Programming Language), Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), OpenCV, Tensorflow, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Low Latency, ONNX (Open Neural Network Exchange) Format, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1f0b8470f4f514b6 ## About the Role The ideal candidate has 6-8 years of experience in Field Applications Engineering, Applications Engineering, Solutions Engineering, Technical Marketing Engineering, or a similar customer-facing technical role supporting AI, embedded systems, robotics, computer vision, or edge computing solutions., * 6-8 years of experience in Field Applications Engineering, Applications Engineering, Solutions Engineering, Technical Marketing Engineering, or related customer-facing technical roles. * Strong software development experience using Python and C++. * Experience developing AI, computer vision, robotics, autonomous systems, or embedded software applications. * Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX Runtime, OpenCV, or similar. * Experience working with embedded Linux systems, heterogeneous compute platforms, or AI accelerators is preferred. * Strong understanding of AI inference optimization, model deployment, and edge AI workflows. * Experience supporting customer proof-of-concepts, application optimization, and technical issue resolution. * Outstanding communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences., * Experience supporting semiconductors, AI accelerator, embedded computing, or edge AI platforms. * Knowledge of AI agents, agentic workflows, multimodal AI systems, or LLM-based edge applications. * Background in computer vision, autonomous navigation, perception systems, or industrial automation. * Experience delivering technical training or speaking at customer workshops and conferences. What You'll Bring * Passion for solving complex customer challenges through innovative technical solutions. * Strong customer-first mindset with the ability to build trusted technical relationships. * Self-motivated, proactive, and execution oriented. * Ability to balance deep technical problem-solving with business priorities. * Collaborative approach to working across Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Marketing., Can-do attitude. Strong team player. Curious, creative and good at solving problems. Execution and results oriented. Self-driven, Thinks Big and is highly accountable. Good communication skills. ## Description SiMa.ai is seeking a Senior Applications Engineer to work closely with strategic customers building next-generation robotics, autonomous systems, industrial automation, drones, and edge AI solutions. This is a highly customer-facing technical role that combines application engineering, solution architecture, AI software optimization, and technical leadership. You will partner with customers throughout their development lifecycle-from initial evaluations and proof-of-concepts through production deployment-helping them successfully build, optimize, and scale AI applications on the SiMa Modalix platform. You'll also serve as the voice of the customer, influencing product roadmap, software features, and developer experience., * Serve as the primary technical interface for customers evaluating and deploying AI applications on the SiMa Modalix platform. * Lead customer engagements from technical discovery through proof-of-concept, design-in, deployment, and production. * Architect and develop reference applications, demonstrations, and solution accelerators for robotics, autonomous systems, industrial automation, and computer vision use cases. * Help customers integrate AI models, perception pipelines, AI agents, and robotics software stacks into their applications. * Optimize application performance, latency, power efficiency, and overall system performance on SiMa hardware. * Troubleshoot complex hardware/software integration challenges and provide timely technical resolution. * Collaborate closely with Product Management and Engineering to communicate customer requirements, identify product gaps, and influence future roadmap decisions. * Develop technical documentation, application notes, tutorials, training materials, and customer enablement content. * Deliver technical presentations, workshops, and demonstrations for customers, partners, and industry events. * Support customer evaluations, benchmark activities, and competitive positioning. * Mentor junior application engineers and contribute to engineering best practices. ## Related Videos - [Deepfakes in Realtime - How Neural Networks Are Changing Our World](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/180-deepfakes-in-realtime-how-neural-networks-are-changing-our-world) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Photonic Computing: Programming a New Class of AI Accelerators (incl. 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