Staff Software Engineer - AI Platform

CaptivateIQ is transforming the way companies plan, manage, and optimize sales performance. We started by revolutionizing incentive compensation management, and now we're expanding our platform to solve broader sales planning challenges. Recognized by industry analysts like Forrester and G2 and backed by top-tier investors, including Sequoia, ICONIQ, Accel, and Sapphire Ventures, we empower high-growth companies like Netflix, Figma, and Stripe with the flexibility and insights needed to drive revenue performance. About the Role CaptivateIQ is building AI capabilities that will transform how enterprises manage sales performance. We're looking for a **Staff Software Engineer** to set the technical strategy for our Agentic SDK team, an internal developer platform that enables product teams across the company to build AI-powered features. This is a strategic technical leadership role with multi-year, multi-team scope. You'll define the architecture and technical direction for AI at CaptivateIQ, making decisions that have no clear answer and partnering with senior Engineering, Product, and Design leadership to shape our long-term vision. You'll be responsible for technical choices that affect the entire organization, from platform design to engineering-wide quality standards. As the technical anchor on a small, high-impact team, you'll lead by influence across organizational boundaries. You'll drive alignment between product teams consuming the Agentic SDK and the platform capabilities we build. You'll establish the bar for engineering excellence and invest deeply in coaching P4 engineers toward staff-level impact. This is a rare greenfield opportunity to define how AI gets built at a growing enterprise software company. You'll shape not just the technology, but the culture and practices that scale with the organization. Job Location The candidate selected for this opportunity must reside near one of the following locations: Hybrid (in-office 3 days per week) Austin, TX Remote Raleigh, NC Nashville, TN Toronto, Canada Requirements 8+ years of professional software engineering experience with demonstrated progression into staff-level technical leadership Deep expertise in LLM orchestration: production experience building agent frameworks, including agent design patterns, tool integration, and workflow optimization Significant experience designing MCP integrations and knowledge systems at scale, including tool server architecture, embedding pipelines, and context optimization Track record of setting technical strategy that spans multiple teams and multi-year time horizons Experience partnering with senior leadership (Directors, VPs) to align technical direction with business objectives Demonstrated ability to make high-stakes technical decisions under extreme ambiguity Strong mentorship track record, particularly in developing senior engineers toward staff-level impact Demonstrated curiosity and continuous learning in the rapidly evolving AI/LLM space Benefits Comprehensive Healthcare: 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision for all FTEs, with roughly 75% coverage for dependents. Flexible Time Off: Flexible vacation days plus quarterly mental health days to ensure you have the space to recharge. Annual Stipends: Dedicated funds for your professional development and caretaking needs. Work Anniversary Bonuses: Annual bonuses to celebrate your milestones and contributions to the CaptivateIQ team that grow as your tenure does. Retirement Savings (US-Only): A 401(k) plan to help you invest in and secure your future. Premium Tools: The latest Apple hardware to empower you to do your best work. Inclusive Community: Active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that celebrate shared identities and support our DEI goals by fostering an environment where diverse talent thrives. $181,289 - $285,272 a year The base range represents the minimum and maximum for this position across North America. For candidates in Toronto, Canada the range is $181,289–$242,106. The compensation offered for this position will depend on numerous factors, including individual proficiency, anticipated performance, and the location of the selected candidate. Our OTE is just one component of CaptivateIQ's competitive total rewards package. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.