AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer
Aigo.ai - Pioneering Cognitive AI · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $200,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Build foundational AGI technology, not LLMs.
- Work on novel algorithms with a chief scientist.
- Requires strong algorithmic and problem-solving skills.
- Uses C# .NET Core; AI experience not needed.
- Offers significant stock options, not high cash.
About the role
AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer - Fully Remote
Want to be part of the core team building the technology that will leapfrog LLMs? We have developed and previously commercialized an AI that requires a million times less training data than LLMs, trains and runs on a single off-the-shelf computer, and learns and adapts incrementally in real time. The approach, called Cognitive AI, is based on first principles of human cognition and overcomes the cost, reliability, privacy, and security limitations of LLMs. We are now on the final stretch of scaling this technology to full general adult-level ability and to bring it to the world. A multi-trillion-dollar opportunity. If this vision excites you and you are available to fully dedicate yourself to our mission, read on.
The team is motivated by the positive vision of how Cognitive AI can foster human flourishing, the challenge of solving difficult novel problems, and the rewards that come from building something truly transformative. Financial compensation of this core team leans more towards meaningful stock options than maximizing cash. Think early Google or SpaceX, employee #15.
The Role
This is not a role maintaining existing products or optimizing existing AI models. You will work directly with Aigo’s chief scientist and engineering team to bring innovative core algorithms to life. Prior AI experience is not required—our approach differs substantially from traditional machine learning, rule-based systems, and large language models. What matters most is your ability to excel at algorithmic design, development, optimization, and problem-solving. If you’re also fascinated by the nature of intelligence and comfortable thinking like a cognitive scientist, that’s a real advantage.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Proven strength in algorithm design, development, optimization, and debugging complex systems
- Strong analytical thinking and logical problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in C# (.NET Core)—or the ability to quickly become fluent
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving, highly iterative environment where the problem itself is still being solved
- Hacker-at-heart: you solve problems, you don’t wait for them to be solved for you
What’s Not Required:
- Prior AI/ML, full-stack, cloud, communications, or security expertise.
- This role is all about core algorithms and deep system-level coding.
Interested? Click Apply to visit our careers page and follow the application instructions at the bottom of the posting.
Key skills/competency
- AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer
- Cognitive AI
- Algorithm Design
- Software Development
- Optimization
- Problem-Solving
- C# (.NET Core)
- System-Level Coding
- Algorithmic Debugging
- Complex Systems
Skills & topics
- AGI
- Algorithmic Software Engineer
- Cognitive AI
- Software Engineering
- Algorithm Design
- C#
- .NET Core
- Problem Solving
- Remote
- AI
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight C# (.NET Core) proficiency and 2+ years of software engineering experience, emphasizing algorithm design, development, optimization, and debugging complex systems.
- Showcase problem-solving: Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and logical problem-solving skills. Quantify achievements where possible, especially in developing and optimizing algorithms.
- Address the 'hacker-at-heart' mindset: Provide examples of how you proactively solve problems and thrive in fast-paced, iterative environments where challenges are still being defined.
- Follow application instructions carefully: Visit the Aigo.ai careers page and adhere to the specific application process outlined at the bottom of the posting.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cognitive AI and how does it differ from LLMs at Aigo.ai?
- Cognitive AI, as developed by Aigo.ai, is a novel approach that requires significantly less training data, trains and runs on a single computer, and learns incrementally in real-time. It's based on first principles of human cognition, overcoming the limitations of LLMs in cost, reliability, privacy, and security. This AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer role focuses on advancing this core technology.
- Does the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer role require prior AI or Machine Learning experience?
- No, prior AI/ML experience is not required for the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer position. Aigo.ai's Cognitive AI approach is substantially different from traditional machine learning. The focus is on your ability to excel at algorithmic design, development, optimization, and problem-solving using C# (.NET Core).
- What programming languages are essential for the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer role?
- Proficiency in C# (.NET Core) is a key requirement for the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer role. However, the ability to quickly become fluent in C# is also acceptable if you possess strong foundational software engineering and algorithmic skills.
- How does Aigo.ai compensate its core team members for the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer role?
- Compensation for the core team, including the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer role, leans towards meaningful stock options rather than maximizing cash. This is akin to early-stage startups like Google or SpaceX, offering significant equity ownership.
- What kind of work environment can I expect as an AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer at Aigo.ai?
- You can expect a fast-moving, highly iterative environment where the core problems are still being actively solved. The team is driven by a shared mission, the challenge of novel problems, and the desire to build something transformative, fostering a 'hacker-at-heart' culture.
- What are the key responsibilities for the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer?
- As an AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer, you will work directly with the chief scientist and engineering team to bring innovative core algorithms to life. Your focus will be on algorithmic design, development, optimization, and debugging complex systems, not on maintaining existing products or optimizing established AI models.
- Is the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer position open to global candidates?
- Yes, the AGI Algorithmic Software Engineer position is fully remote and welcomes candidates from across the globe. The company is focused on finding the right talent to join their mission.