AI Engineer - Ship Production AI for Growth

True Classic is looking for an AI Engineer to design, build, and deploy AI‑powered applications and workflows that solve real business problems across the company. In this hands‑on, execution‑focused role, you will work cross‑functionally to integrate AI into how we acquire customers, maximise lifetime value, and streamline operations. You’ll thrive here if you’re a problem solver first—someone who would rather ship solutions than wait on specs or build slide decks. You’re comfortable writing clean, production‑ready code, moving quickly, and turning ambiguous problems into real, working systems that drive impact. All True Classic roles are global and omni‑channel, driving accountability across product categories, regions, and sales/marketing channels. This role will allow you to impact operations worldwide, ensuring alignment with our business objectives and delivering success across diverse markets and platforms. What You Will Do Design and develop AI‑powered applications, tools, and workflows that address high‑leverage True Classic business problems Build AI agents, automation pipelines, and LLM‑powered features across acquisition, retention, and operations Implement and integrate RESTful APIs for efficient, secure data access and exchange across our tech stack Write clean, maintainable, production‑quality code across Python, React, Node.js, and other relevant frameworks Deploy and manage applications on AWS and other cloud platforms using modern CI/CD pipelines Partner with marketing, finance, operations, and commercial teams to solve their hardest problems Perform code reviews, enforce best practices, and drive continuous improvement Evaluate and implement AI tools that fit our stack—and stay at the frontier to bring new capabilities in Cross‑Functional Collaboration Marketing: AI‑powered acquisition, creative testing, audience targeting, and lifecycle tools eCommerce & Product: Personalisation, search, merchandising, and conversion optimisation Operations: Automation of high‑friction workflows across supply chain and fulfilment Finance & BI: Connect AI initiatives to revenue, margin, and efficiency KPIs Commercial Channels: Solutions that work across DTC, wholesale, marketplace, and international Qualifications Professional experience in AI engineering or software development Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field Strong expertise in AI prompting, engineering workflows, and working with LLMs (Claude, OpenAI, or similar) Proficiency in Python, React, Node.js, Express.js — SQL/PostgreSQL a plus Hands‑on experience with cloud and DevOps: AWS, Heroku, GitHub CI/CD Strong understanding of RESTful API design and implementation Systems thinker who can architect end‑to‑end solutions, not just point fixes Creative, tenacious, and hungry — thrives in ambiguity and moves with urgency Preferred Qualifications Experience at a DTC, e‑commerce, or consumer brand Familiarity with our stack: Meta, Google, TikTok, Klaviyo, Triple Whale, Shopify Experience with prompt engineering best practices for AI‑driven workflows Track record deploying scalable AI solutions in production environments Workplace Arrangment On‑site (5× week in our Calabasas, CA office). We are open to candidates relocating to the Calabasas area for this role; however, True Classic does not provide relocation assistance. Compensation And Benefits Compensation $75k‑$85k + bonus Time Off Unlimited PTO and sick time Health & Wellness Company‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance $100/month Wellness Stipend Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Work & Growth Support $100/month Personal Workspace/Office Stipend Perks $1,000/year True Classic merchandise allowance 401(k) plan with 3% company match True Classic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support differences in race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, and abilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr True Classic