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Software Engineer, Core Product

Character AI Redwood City, CA FullTime Technical Staff - Engineering Posted 3w+ ago
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What it’s like to work at Character AI

Conversational AI · Palo Alto

3.4
Employee Rating
3
Work-Life Balance
16
Open Roles
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What employees love

  • Deep AI research pedigree — experienced AI/ML engineering team with cutting-edge NLP
  • Strong compensation packages with 401k match and competitive equity

What could be better

  • Major layoffs and leadership churn — only 47% of employees recommend
  • Work-life balance rated very low, especially for technical staff
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About the Role

About the role and team

We are building the future of open-ended interactions between people and intelligent agents. This requires rethinking design, user interfaces, workflows and interactivity from first principles. We’re looking for a Core Product engineer who is genuinely excited about this future and can make significant contributions to our front-end development efforts. If you are a skilled software engineer with a deep passion for front end development, design, craft, and you thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

What you’ll do

Who you are

About Character.AI

Character.AI empowers people to connect, learn and tell stories through interactive entertainment. Over 20 million people visit Character.AI every month, using our technology to supercharge their creativity and imagination. Our platform lets users engage with tens of millions of characters, enjoy unlimited conversations, and embark on infinite adventures.


In just two years, we achieved unicorn status and were honored as Google Play's AI App of the Year—a testament to our innovative technology and visionary approach.


Join us and be a part of establishing this new entertainment paradigm while shaping the future of Consumer AI!

At Character, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly uphold a non-discrimination policy based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability. Your unique perspectives are vital to our success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the work-life balance like at Character AI?
Character AI has a work-life balance score of 3/5 based on employee reviews. This is below average, which may indicate a fast-paced, demanding work environment.
What is Character AI’s culture like?
Character AI is characterized by these culture values: eng-driven, ship-fast, product-impact. Based on employee reviews, the company has an overall rating of 3.4/5. Deep AI research pedigree — experienced AI/ML engineering team with cutting-edge NLP
How many open roles does Character AI have?
Character AI currently has 16 open roles across departments including engineering, product, sales, and more. Roles are refreshed daily from their careers page.
Is this role remote-friendly?
This role is located in Redwood City, CA. Check the job description above for specific location and remote work details.
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