AI Engineer II at Zeta

Are you ready to redefine the future of financial technology by building sophisticated, agent-based AI solutions? At Zeta, we are a next-generation banking tech company founded in 2015 by Bhavin Turakhia and Ramki Gaddipati. Our flagship platform, Zeta Tachyon, is the industry’s first cloud-native, API-enabled stack that integrates everything from core banking to fraud management. With over 1700 employees and 15 million cards issued globally, we are transforming the customer experience for major banks and fintechs worldwide. We invite you to join our Synapse team, where we build modern consumer experiences, and help us push the boundaries of what is possible in digital banking.

What you bring

We are looking for a Mid-Level AI Engineer II to join our team on a Full Time basis at our India location. In this role, you will lead the charge in developing complex, agent-based AI applications that function as coordinated swarms to execute intricate business logic. Your work will be central to our mission, utilizing your expertise in AI, Large Language Models, and Fintech to create enterprise-grade solutions. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Designing and architecting advanced agentic AI applications that collaborate to solve complex problems.
• Applying deep knowledge of LLMs and SLMs to build intelligent agents through effective prompting and orchestration.
• Ensuring all AI solutions meet stringent banking standards for grounding, guard railing, and data security.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should possess a strong background in building AI agent-based systems or multi-agent coordination frameworks. We value candidates who have experience within the financial services or fintech sectors, as well as a solid understanding of how to leverage existing models to create scalable business logic. You should be comfortable leading R&D efforts for niche business applications and have a proven track record of building conversational AI flows. We require a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, along with at least two years of experience in conversational AI. Proficiency in English is essential, and you should be a collaborative leader who is passionate about staying at the forefront of AI trends.

What we offer

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment for our global team. While we do not have specific salary information to share at this time, we provide a dynamic, high-growth atmosphere supported by our significant valuation and backing from global investors like Softbank and Mastercard. Our culture is defined by:

• The opportunity to work on a cutting-edge, cloud-native banking stack.
• A collaborative environment where over 70 percent of our roles are dedicated to research and development.
• The chance to impact multi-million card portfolios for the largest banks in the world.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about building the next generation of AI-driven banking experiences, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our careers page to submit your application and learn more about the exciting work we are doing at Zeta. We look forward to reviewing your background and potentially welcoming you to our team.