Sr. Systems Engineer, AI Solutions

About Vanta

Vanta's mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe security should be monitored and verified continuously, empowering companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta boasts a kind and talented team, with many successful employees having prior security experience and others joining without it.

Role Overview: Sr. Systems Engineer, AI Solutions

As a Sr. Systems Engineer, AI Solutions on the Corporate Engineering team, you will be instrumental in identifying, designing, and implementing AI-driven solutions across General & Administrative (G&A) functions, including People, Finance, Legal, IT, and Security. You will also lead company-wide, cross-functional AI initiatives that span multiple teams. This role involves close partnership with G&A leaders to enhance operational efficiency, minimize manual tasks, and improve decision-making through strategic AI adoption. You will collaborate with other AI-focused partners to ensure internal AI solutions are aligned, reusable, and scalable across the organization.

What You'll Do:

• Partner with G&A teams (People, Finance, Legal, IT, Security) to pinpoint high-impact opportunities for AI-driven improvements.
• Analyze existing systems and workflows to identify areas where AI can reduce toil, enhance accuracy, or accelerate outcomes.
• Design and implement AI-enabled solutions aligned with functional needs and company standards.
• Lead AI solutions that span multiple teams or have broad company application (e.g., internal assistants, automation, intelligence layers).
• Contribute to establishing best practices and reusable patterns for internal AI development within Corporate Engineering.
• Build and configure AI-driven solutions using a mix of declarative (clicks-based) tools and custom development (code).
• Integrate AI capabilities into existing internal systems while upholding security, privacy, and data integrity.
• Evaluate and recommend AI tools and platforms based on business impact, technical fit, and risk considerations.
• Translate business problems into technical solutions through close partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Security, Legal, and IT to ensure AI solutions meet compliance, privacy, and governance requirements.
• Balance experimentation and iteration with operational rigor and long-term maintainability.

How to Be Successful:

• Experience: 5+ years in systems engineering, business systems, internal platforms, or related fields.
• AI Expertise: Strong understanding of AI technologies and their practical application in internal systems.
• Systems Thinking: Proven ability to design scalable, maintainable solutions across multiple tools and teams.
• Build Capability: Comfort with both declarative configuration (clicks) and custom development (code).
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify inefficiencies and apply thoughtful AI-driven improvements.
• Ownership Mindset: Ability to drive initiatives from concept to implementation with minimal oversight.
• Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively across G&A and company-wide stakeholders.
• AI Aptitude: Openness to using AI to amplify skills and strengthen work, demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly.

What You Can Expect as a Vanta’n:

• Industry-competitive salary and equity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee-only benefit premiums covered for most medical plans.
• 16 weeks paid Parental Leave for all new parents.
• Health & wellness stipend.
• Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipend.
• Commuter benefits for team members reporting to SF and NYC offices.
• Family planning benefits.
• Matching 401(k) contribution with immediate vesting.
• Flexible PTO policy, plus 80 hours of Sick Time.
• 11 company-paid holidays.
• Virtual team building activities, lunch and learns, and other company-wide events.
• Offices in SF, NYC, London, Dublin, Tel Aviv, and Sydney.

Compensation Transparency:

Vanta provides transparent base pay ranges for all US-based job postings, benchmarked against similar-stage growth companies. Final offers are determined by candidate location, skills, experience, and credentials.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Vanta is committed to hiring diverse talent and fostering an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

About Vanta (Company Background):

Founded in 2018 after significant data breaches, Vanta recognized the challenge fast-growing companies faced in building a solid security foundation. Our vision is to restore trust in internet businesses by enabling companies to improve and prove their security. From automating security monitoring for compliance standards like SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 to creating the world's leading Trust Management Platform, our mission remains consistent. Continuous security is essential, and thousands of companies rely on Vanta for real-time, transparent trust management.

Referral Instructions:

If referred, please contact your referrer to apply on their behalf.

Key skills/competency:

• Systems Engineering
• AI Solutions
• AI Technologies
• Internal Systems
• Scalable Solutions
• Declarative Configuration
• Custom Development
• Problem-Solving
• Stakeholder Partnership
• AI Best Practices