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Senior Software Engineer, Agents – Python
Location
United States
Posted
126 days ago
Salary
$120K - $250K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Software Engineer, Agents – Python
LiveKit
• Design and implement core components of the Agents Python framework • Define APIs and abstractions that developers rely on • Own features from design through implementation • Identify simple and elegant solutions to complex design problems • Propose and debate architectural decisions that shape the framework • Ensure new features integrate cleanly with the broader ecosystem • Collaborate with engineers across Python, Node, and Rust systems
Job Requirements
- Strong experience building production systems in Python
- Excellent API design instincts and strong engineering taste
- Able to independently drive projects from idea to completion
- Solid experience building SDKs, frameworks, or developer tools
- Comfortable navigating complex systems and making design tradeoffs
- Able to clearly communicate technical ideas and architectural decisions
- Nice to have: Open-source contributions or libraries you maintain
- Nice to have: Experience building LLM-based or agentic applications
- Nice to have: Familiarity with TypeScript / JavaScript ecosystems
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Flexible vacation policy
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