Remote Sr. Software Engineer (AI Orchestration Zone, Backend Leaning)

Description:

• Zapier is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the AI Orchestration Zone, focusing on backend development.
• The role involves building infrastructure for automation and AI, specifically within the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Zapier Agents teams.
• Responsibilities include designing and implementing features for third-party AI agents, maintaining tools and SDKs for developers, and evolving the Model Context Protocol for intelligent workflows.
• The position requires collaboration with internal AI experts and ownership of projects from design to post-launch support.
• The work environment is fully remote, emphasizing asynchronous communication and work-life balance.

Requirements:

• Candidates should have experience as a full-stack builder, with proficiency in both frontend (React/Next.js preferred) and backend (Python or Node.js ideal) development.
• A strong understanding of AI tooling and experience with components like model context protocol or agent frameworks is essential.
• Experience in building platform products with a focus on extensibility, documentation, and user experience is required.
• Candidates must demonstrate empathy, curiosity, and a bias toward action, creating structure and clarity in projects.
• An ownership mindset is necessary, with the ability to take initiative and communicate effectively with team members.
• Candidates should be self-starters comfortable with ambiguity, capable of turning loosely defined problems into actionable solutions.

Benefits:

• Zapier offers a fully remote work environment, promoting flexibility and work-life harmony.
• The company values diverse perspectives and has a non-standard application process to promote inclusion and equity.
• Employees are encouraged to contribute to a culture of learning, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
• Zapier is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.