
Vertex is seeking an AI Product Engineer to design, build, and deliver AI-powered enterprise web applications that create AI-native customer and internal experiences. In this role, you will help define how users interact with intelligent systems to make better decisions, work more efficiently, and scale their impact across the organization. You will own the full AI product lifecycle—from product discovery and UX/UI design to full-stack development and production deployment—turning complex business challenges into intuitive, scalable solutions. The work centers on reimagining workflows with AI, transforming how customers and internal teamsoperate,makedecisions, andachievebusiness outcomes.
This is a demanding, high-visibility role focused on problems where successful execution matters. The work will require urgency, judgment, and ownership, with direct exposure to leaders acrossVertexand responsibility for products expected to create measurable business impact.
Key Responsibilities
Develop deep domainexpertisein customer and internal workflows,operatinglike a forward-deployed product engineer who learns the business, users, data, constraints, and decision paths well enough to design AI products that meaningfully change how the work gets done
Own the end‑to‑endlifecycleof AI products, from discovery and UX/UI design through development, deployment, and iteration
Design and build enterprise web applicationsthat support multiple user personas, workflows, and permissions
Lead product discovery discussionsto understand operational processes, user needs, and business constraints
Create AI-native product and UX patterns that go beyond traditional software and chat interfaces, including human-in-the-loop review flows, contextual decision support, workflow automation, confidence and escalation experiences, and interfaces for collaborating with intelligent systems
Build and ship production‑gradefull‑stackapplicationsintegrating GenAI/LLM capabilities
Required Qualifications
0–3 years of experience in AI product engineering,product-design-focusedfull‑stackengineering, orproduct‑focusedsoftware roles
Experiencedesigning,owningand shipping end‑to‑end,user‑facingapplications
Hands‑onexperience integratinggenerative AIinto complex web applications
Demonstrated experience with product design in practice, including UX flows, UI decisions, and enterprise workflow design
Portfolio required examples ofAI‑poweredproducts or systems (GitHub repositories, demos, deployed applications, or case studies)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building AI‑poweredenterprise productssuch as internal platforms, SaaS tools, or workflow anddecision‑supportsystems
Experience designing multi‑step,non‑linearproduct experiencesfor different user personas
Familiarity with frontend frameworks and UX tools(e.g., React, Figma)
Consulting orcustomer‑facingexperience translating business problems into technical solutions
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience accepted in lieu of a formal degree
Solo-shipping projects through to launch
Other Qualifications
The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees needin order tomeet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners.
Communicate with Clarity- Be clear, conciseand actionable. Be relentlessly constructive.Seekand provide meaningful feedback.
Act with Urgency- Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule – better is the enemy of done. Don’tspend hours when minutes are enough.
Work with Purpose- Exhibita “We Can” mindset. Results outweigh effort. Everyone understands how their role contributes. Set aside personalobjectivesfor team results.
Drive to Decision- Cut the swirl with defined deadlines and decision points. Be clear on individual accountability and decision authority. Guided by a commitment to andaccountability for customer outcomes.
Own the Outcome- Defined milestones, commitmentsand intended results. Assess your work in context, ifyou’reunsure, ask. Demonstrate unwavering support for decisions.
Pay Transparency Statement:
US Base Salary Range: $104,900.00 - $136,400.00
Base pay offered to new hires may vary based upon factors including relevant industry and job-related skills and experience, geographic location, and business needs.* The range displayed does not encompass the full potential of the role, which allows for further growth and career progression.
In addition, as a part of our total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Vertex Bonus Plan (VOB), a role-specific sales commission/bonus, and/or equity grants.
Learn more about Life at Vertex and connect with your recruiter for more details regarding Vertex's compensation and benefit programs.
*In no case will your pay fall below applicable local minimum wage requirements

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