Staff Engineer

Staff Engineer (AI) at Conga Join to apply for the Staff Engineer (AI) role at Conga A career that’s the whole package At Conga, we’ve built a community where our colleagues can thrive. Here you’ll find opportunities to innovate and support growth through individual and team development, all within an environment where every voice is heard. Conga accelerates the customer’s journey to becoming a more connected and intelligent business. The Conga Advantage Platform is recognized worldwide for enhancing this journey, bringing together Configure, Price, Quote, Contract Lifecycle Management, and Document Automation capabilities on a single open platform. It integrates seamlessly with any ERP, CRM, and Cloud, powered by a unified data model and purpose‑built AI. Our approach is grounded in the Conga Way, a framework that reflects our values and drives everything from hiring to decision‑making, and key programs including recognition. Job Title Staff Software Engineer (AI) Locations Boston, MA; Houston, TX; Broomfield, CO; Waterloo, Ontario; Remote US (ET preferred) Reports to VP, AI Engineering Quick Snapshot As a Staff Software Engineer, you’ll be a key technical leader responsible for shaping the design and development of scalable, reliable, and innovative AI/GenAI solutions. You’ll lead high‑priority projects, set technical directions for teams, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. You’ll operate with a high degree of technical expertise, strategic thinking, effective collaboration across diverse teams, while mentoring and elevating others to meet a very high technical bar. Why It’s a Big Deal You’ll be a strategic technical leader to define and drive the technical vision and roadmap for Conga’s AI/GenAI systems, aligning with company objectives and future growth. You will provide architectural leadership for complex, large‑scale AI systems, act as a thought leader in AI technologies, influence cross‑functional technical decisions and long‑term strategies, and mentor engineers while fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. Qualifications 10+ years of professional software development experience, including 5+ years in AI/ML or GenAI. Proven track record of designing and deploying scalable, production‑grade AI solutions. Experience leading complex technical initiatives that required influencing cross‑functional teams while mentoring teammates and creating space for collaboration and growth. Deep expertise in Python and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, FastAPI, LangChain, LangGraph, and KubeFlow. Advanced knowledge of AI/ML algorithms, generative models, and LLMs. Proficiency with cloud platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure) and modern DevOps practices. Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and database systems (SQL/NoSQL). Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate priorities, trade‑offs, and goals clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (Ph.D. preferred). Additional Expertise That Will Give You an Edge Leadership in generative AI solutions, leveraging advanced techniques such as multi‑modal models, reinforcement learning, and responsible AI principles. Advanced knowledge of GCP technologies such as VertexAI, BigQuery, GKE, and DataFlow. Familiarity with agile methodologies and working in a DevOps model. Thought leadership in the AI/ML community, contributing ideas through publications, open‑source projects, or speaking engagements. Compensation & Benefits U.S. base salary range: $153,692 – $245,908 USD. Pay is determined by skills, experience, and education. Additional variable incentive pay, flexible work options, and a full range of benefits including medical and dental insurance are included. Equal Opportunity Statement Conga is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We understand that interviewing can be stressful for those with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to allow you to show us your best self, please let your recruiter know as soon as possible. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Applicant Privacy Statement The information you provide during the application process will be used in accordance with Conga’s Applicant Privacy Statement. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this privacy statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr