Staff Enterprise AI Engineer (San Francisco)

Our Mission:6sense's mission is to multiply what matters: growth, retention, and efficiency. We envision a future where companies, teams and people reach their full potential.Our People:People are the heart and soul of 6sense. We serve with passion and purpose. We live by our Being 6sense values of Win as One Team, Stay Curious, Do The Right Thing, Own the Outcome, and Create Belonging. Every 6sensor plays a part in defining the future of our industry-leading technology. 6sense is a place where difference-makers roll up their sleeves, take risks, act with integrity, and measure success by the value we create for our customers. We want 6sense to be the best chapter of your career. Staff Enterprise AI Engineer, IT OperationsAbout the RoleWe’re looking for a Staff Enterprise AI Engineer focused on scaling internal operations across the business through AI-driven systems, agents, and workflow automation. This role designs and delivers secure, production-grade AI solutions that reduce manual work, increase productivity, and improve decision-making across all business functions while maintaining security and privacy.Success is measured by enterprise impact, not tool adoption.Key Responsibilities1. AI Systems and Agent ArchitectureDesign and implement enterprise AI systems using Workato, MCP frameworks, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and ClaudeBuild and orchestrate AI agents that automate cross-functional workflows across IT, Security, Finance, HR, Legal, Tech and GTMDevelop reusable patterns for agent orchestration, memory, context handling, and human-in-the-loop controls2. Enterprise Automation and IntegrationLead development of end-to-end automated workflows using Workato and related integration platformsConnect SaaS systems, data platforms, and internal services into unified AI-powered workflowsMeasurably reduce operational toil by eliminating repetitive manual processes3. AI Governance, Security, and RiskEmbed security, privacy, and compliance controls into AI systems by designEnsure alignment with SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001 and AI governance standardsDefine guardrails for data handling, prompt security, model access, and agent permissionsMitigate risks related to prompt injection, data leakage, model misuse, and over-automation4. Platform Enablement and ScaleBuild internal AI capabilities that scale across teams, not one-off solutionsCreate reusable templates, SDKs, connectors, and playbooks for AI adoptionPartner with IT, Security, and Enterprise Apps to operationalize AI at scale5. Productivity and Employee ExperienceLeverage Microsoft 365 Copilot and Claude to enhance employee workflowsIdentify high-impact productivity use cases across departmentsDeploy AI assistants that meaningfully reduce time to complete core tasks6. Cross-functional LeadershipPartner with senior stakeholders to identify high-value AI opportunitiesTranslate business problems into scalable AI solutionsInfluence roadmap, standards, and adoption strategy across 6senseRequired Qualifications7+ years in enterprise engineering, automation, or IT systemsHands-on experience building integrations and workflows using platforms like Workato or similarExperience with LLM-based systems including prompt design, agent orchestration, and tool usageStrong understanding of SaaS ecosystems and API-driven architecturesExperience implementing security and compliance controls in cloud-native environments (AWS preferred)Ability to operate at both deep technical and strategic levelsPreferred QualificationsExperience with MCP or similar model context and agent frameworksExperience with Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility and Graph APIExperience with Claude or other enterprise LLM platformsExposure to AI governance frameworks and responsible AI practicesBackground in scaling internal platforms in a high-growth SaaS companyCore CompetenciesSystems thinking and platform designAI & Automation-first mindsetSecurity and risk awareness in AI systemsStrong technical judgment with bias for actionAbility to simplify complex workflows through AISuccess MetricsReduction in manual workflows and operational overheadMeasurable productivity gains across key functionsAdoption and impact of reusable AI solutions across teamsCompliance and risk posture of AI systemsTime-to-value for new automation and AI initiativesExample Impact AreasAI agents that triage and resolve IT and security ticketsAutomated workflows for finance approvals, HR onboarding, and legal reviewsCopilot-powered employee assistants integrated with enterprise systemsIntelligent orchestration of data across SaaS platforms for decision supportReporting StructureReports to: Head of IT and AI Transformation (Part of CISO/CIO org)What Good Looks LikeShips production-ready AI systems and services, not prototypesBuilds reusable capabilities, not isolated solutionsBalances speed with security and governanceDrives measurable business outcomes, not experimentation for its own sakeBase Salary Range: $181,374.00 - $235,015.20. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to work location and experience. The base salary is one component of 6sense’s total compensation package for this position. Other compensation may include a bonus program or commission plan, and stock options if approved by 6sense’s board. In addition, 6sense provides a variety of benefits, including generous health insurance coverage, life, and disability insurance, a 401K employer matching program, paid holidays, self-care days, and paid time off (PTO). #Li-remoteNotice of Collection and Use of Personal Information for California Residents: California Recruitment Privacy Notice and PolicyOur Benefits: Full-time employees can take advantage of health coverage, paid parental leave, generous paid time-off and holidays, quarterly self-care days off, and stock options. We’ll make sure you have the equipment and support you need to work and connect with your teams, at home or in one of our offices. We have a growth mindset culture that is represented in all that we do, from onboarding through to numerous learning and development initiatives including access to our LinkedIn Learning platform. Employee well-being is also top of mind for us. We host quarterly wellness education sessions to encourage self care and personal growth. From wellness days to ERG-hosted events, we celebrate and energize all 6sense employees and their backgrounds. Equal Opportunity Employer: 6sense is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. 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