How do you turn a decades-old dataset into an industry-leading medical coding agent? Teach an AI receptionist to book appointments in Spanish? Automatically generate working data connectors from API docs? Build agents that write, test, and deploy their own software packages?
Fractional AI is focused on putting frontier AI to work. We’re a group of veteran Silicon Valley builders who care deeply about getting complex AI systems built right, with strong conviction about what makes them succeed.
We're backed by Anthropic, Blackstone, Hellman & Friedman, Goldman Sachs, General Atlantic, Leonard Green & Partners, Apollo Global Management, GIC, and Sequoia Capital.
We're headquartered in SF with offices in NYC, Raleigh-Durham, and Dubai.
As an AI Architect at Fractional AI, you are the technical face of our business to prospective clients.
You will combine your technical chops and communication skills to advise stakeholders ranging from CTOs to operational business leaders with limited AI exposure. You will work with our Commercial Leader, CTO, and CEO to craft winning solutions and put structure around ambiguous problems.
Ultimately, clients will get a preview of what it will be like to work with our world-class applied AI engineering team by engaging with you!
What You’ll DoRun discovery & design workshops with private equity firms and enterprise prospects, surfacing high‑impact gen AI opportunities, building high-level roadmaps, and defining requirements
Architect robust AI solutions, articulate trade‑offs, and make recommendations on tools and technologies
Define the scope of implementation projects including timelines, upfront and ongoing cost projections, and risks
Develop mockups and prototypes so clients can visualize the future state before committing to a full build
Serve as a technical advisor and thought partner to clients, including providing insights on trends and the evolving technology landscape
Produce persuasive artifacts including technical briefs, current‑vs‑future process flow diagrams, and a rock‑solid hand‑off package for our delivery teams
Bring automation to our GTM motion wherever you see opportunity
5+ years combined experience as a Software Engineer, Deployment Strategist, Sales Engineer or Solutions Architect.
Ability to engage as a peer with senior technical leaders and make complex AI concepts accessible to non-expert stakeholders.
You communicate clearly and precisely, both verbally and in writing, making technical concepts accessible to different audiences.
You do your best work in client-facing environments.
Familiarity with gen AI systems, the AI ecosystem, and LLMs is a plus
Overdeliver: We are writing the playbook on how to create enterprise value with LLMs, and building our reputation as the world’s best applied AI team.
Overuse AI: We go out of our way to experiment with the latest tools and share what we learn with our teammates - building a culture at the frontier.
Over "engineer" the culture: For every big decision, we ask “would this make Fractional a better or worse place for our team?”
San Francisco, CA
New York, NY
Work Arrangement: 4 days in-person, Fridays remote
🏦 Competitive Compensation Package: Attractive salary aligned with your experience and skills.
📈 401k with Matching: Invest in your future with our company-matched retirement plan.
🌴 Unlimited PTO: Take the time you need to relax and rejuvenate.
🏥 Exceptional Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
🚑 Health FSA: Manage out-of-pocket health expenses effectively.
🚌 Commuter Benefits: Make your travel to work easier and more affordable.
🏥 Life Insurance: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
🎉 Team Events and Activities: Regular events to build camaraderie and a strong team spirit.
Skills Required
- 8+ years experience in Sales Engineering, Solutions Architecture, Software Engineering, or Technical Product Management
- Ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Fluency in gen AI systems and experience with LLMs
What We Do
Fractional AI builds bespoke gen AI software to transform businesses. We're at the forefront of applied AI, helping our customers bridge the gap from AI in concept to AI in production for their highest value projects. Most AI projects never cross the finish line, but at Fractional AI, 100% of our projects are currently in production. Everything we do is rooted in engineering excellence – from our in-person San Francisco team to our focus on delivering impact, not just flashy demos. Ready to build with LLMs alongside a team of senior engineers? We’re hiring!
