Job Description

Description

About this Opportunity

As a

Senior Software Engineer - AI Systems

, you will design, build, and optimize

AI-powered agentic systems

that solve complex business challenges using large language models (LLMs) and machine learning (ML). This role blends strong software engineering fundamentals with emerging AI system design -- creating scalable, performant, and intelligent digital solutions.




You'll work closely with cross-functional partners across engineering, SQA, product, IT, and business teams to integrate AI capabilities into Align's digital platforms. This is a hands-on development role that requires both architectural thinking and practical coding expertise.

Role expectations

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop

AI-powered software systems

that integrate and manage LLM Agents. Build and optimize

data pipelines, context stores, and APIs

for high-performance AI workflows. Implement and fine-tune

machine learning models

and support their deployment into production environments. Engineer the

context management layers

that enable effective prompt orchestration and memory for LLMs. Integrate AI systems seamlessly with Align's

existing platforms and digital products

. Contribute to the

architecture, code quality, and scalability

of the overall AI systems stack. Collaborate with data scientists, ML engineers, and product teams to deliver AI-driven features. Mentor and coach team members on

AI, ML, and modern software engineering practices

.

What we're looking for

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).

8+ years

of professional software development experience, including full lifecycle application development. Strong proficiency with

Next.js, Node.js, React.js,SQL, Python

Experience with

AI Agent frameworks

(e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex, or custom orchestration tools). Demonstrated ability to design and optimize

data structures

and system architectures for performance and scalability. Understanding of

context engineering and prompt optimization

for LLM-based systems. Experience building

APIs, microservices, or distributed systems

in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure). Hands-on familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as

GitHub Copilot

or

Cursor

.

Preferred Attributes

Curiosity to rapidly experiment and implement creative AI-driven solutions.

Systems Thinking

-- ability to design, connect, and tune complex end-to-end architectures.

Visual Modeling

-- able to translate complex system ideas into clear diagrams and concepts. Comfortable operating in

fast-paced, iterative environments

where ambiguity drives innovation.

About Align Technology

Your growth and well-being:

At Align, every smile matters. We're committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind. Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products. Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans. Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.

Discover Align:

We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.

Align's core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another-- ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.

We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.


As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.


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Equal Opportunity Statement:

Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.