Principal AI Engineer, AI Agent Development

<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="Kpucdjv7JoAcSZxSf7PuRl5Yscb" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="PNNZdiw4Yo1ZOmx8btbucw8qsLG" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <h3 class="heading-3 ace-line old-record-id-LgPLdbHBpoytXax9JbZlBfsZgCY"><strong>Who We Are</strong></h3> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XaCddqdpToiZjgxDzTflWQnngk5">At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.<br><br>OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.<br><br>Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles:&nbsp;<em>We Before Me</em>,&nbsp;<em>Do the Right Thing</em>, and&nbsp;<em>Get Things Done</em>. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.</div> </div> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <h3 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxusl417D129Ked7hp9WBVv9lg"><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></h3> <div data-page-id="YnvfdojQpornTcxhh7FlZ37ugze" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Foo4dvQATotKkuxbUEglUO6sg2J">We are seeking a&nbsp;<strong>Principal Engineer</strong>&nbsp;with a deep expertise in autonomous AI agent architecture and deployment, to spearhead the design, development, and optimization of intelligent agent systems on our global crypto exchange platform. This is a senior role requiring a hands-on AI science background combined with strategic oversight, technical direction, and cross-functional collaboration.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Foo4dvQATotKkuxbUEglUO6sg2J">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-W87fdUwB4oqixcx5AZJlVoj5gmc">You will work at the cutting edge of AI and crypto, designing AI agents that can autonomously reason, act, and evolve in complex, real-time environments such as trading, security, compliance, and customer interaction.</div> </div> <h3 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxusI2RkaIWtuQsGjyJjA6hybg"><strong>What You’ll Be Doing&nbsp;</strong></h3> <div data-page-id="YnvfdojQpornTcxhh7FlZ37ugze" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-JLKOdU6cwoyIjbxLKZxlEttugxc" data-list="bullet"> <div>Lead the design, development, and lifecycle management of autonomous AI agents tailored to crypto exchange operations (e.g., customer assistant, trading bots, risk detection agents, fraud prevention agents, etc.).</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-AFvSdoB44oXpewxukzelPublgCe" data-list="bullet"> <div>Architect multi-agent systems (MAS) and frameworks to support goal-directed, reasoning, planning, and reinforcement-learning-based agents.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-JXHrdNTcUoZBvWxvj1HlVENig3d" data-list="bullet"> <div>Collaborate with product, engineering, business, and operation teams to define agent roles and measurable KPIs.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-WnzhdfL28oLSntxM2KilxZrBgCg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Drive experimentation, simulations, and continuous learning pipelines for agent performance optimization.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-PKU2dkSMhoPMEuxuUiclXKKAgmg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Stay ahead of the curve on developments in AGI, LLM-integrated agents, and cognitive architectures; apply relevant innovations to production systems.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-TQhrdQH19oo6ILxFj74lx1uYgIP" data-list="bullet"> <div>Mentor and lead a team of AI scientists and engineers; help define the AI roadmap and research strategy.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-OsVCdEcFDojZNdx3CplldZWDgXe" data-list="bullet"> <div>Ensure system scalability, security, and regulatory compliance of AI-powered solutions in the crypto exchange domain.</div> </li> </ul> </div> <h3 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxusA9TF9jUkqvydDVZ26era1g"><strong>What We Look For In You&nbsp;</strong></h3> <div data-page-id="YnvfdojQpornTcxhh7FlZ37ugze" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-KJNudcXf2oSMFRxU5dUl5tcxgsf" data-list="bullet"> <div data-page-id="YnvfdojQpornTcxhh7FlZ37ugze" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <p>10+ years of industry experience in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of advanced degree (PhD/Master's in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Robotics, or related field) and industry experience.</p> </div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-KJNudcXf2oSMFRxU5dUl5tcxgsf" data-list="bullet"> <div>Proven experience building and deploying&nbsp;<strong>autonomous AI agents</strong>&nbsp;in live environments. Ideal candidates will have:</div> <ul class="list-bullet2"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Lp91dTD2zoLMj7xKh5ZlKWJygVh" data-list="bullet"> <div>Designed multi-agent frameworks or agent ecosystems (e.g., AutoGPT, OpenAgents, LangGraph, LangFuse, Dify, Coze, etc.).</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-OkaEdIb1XoxDOLxk55NlEM3CgXg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience with goal-oriented agents, context engineering, memory management, tool use, and RL-based decision making.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-DefYduWeIo52Yixtu5nlCPbDgyf" data-list="bullet"> <div>Developed agents for real-time decision-making, such as trading, gaming, customer support, or operations.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-DefYduWeIo52Yixtu5nlCPbDgyf" data-list="bullet"> <div>Track record of delivering end-to-end AI systems in fast-paced, high-scale environments (preferably finance, crypto, or high-frequency domains).</div> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> <h3 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxusvnFLHEcrU3EZSqi1qdAlRh"><strong>Nice to Haves</strong></h3> <div data-page-id="YnvfdojQpornTcxhh7FlZ37ugze" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-VoBZdvOhNomtYkxWILjl8wUVgQ1" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience in top-tier AI labs or Tech industry leaders</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Q4K1dT1Ynof7ttxDIHVln7Wjg1c" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience in high-frequency trading, fintech, Web3, or crypto platforms is a strong advantage</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-OIrUdcJaCo83dfx32OflI47Sgnc" data-list="bullet"> <div>Startups or research-intensive environments preferred; must be comfortable operating with ambiguity and speed</div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="PNNZdiw4Yo1ZOmx8btbucw8qsLG" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-GEUbd7sWzobkyGxnNNAufQyQsXe"> <h3 class="heading-3 ace-line old-record-id-Xfu6dMaUkoTGqGx6arYu3QhKsZe"><strong>OKX Statement</strong></h3> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-BDVHdvrnCoy11xx8RoVuyc2As3g">The salary range for this position is&nbsp;<span class="text-only text-font-italic" data-eleid="22">$250,444.00 to $375,666.00</span>. The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via Okcoin and OKX internal or external careers site.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ZfHydXbNIo2qmdxmQCru8ZDksBd">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-BWwndhjsUozjW6xZoNxuILk6s9e">OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. 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