About Inkle:
Inkle is a US tax & accounting software startup based in San Francisco and Bangalore. We exclusively serve US technology startups. We're on a mission to make accounting, tax and compliance easy, scalable, affordable and on-demand for US-registered companies - using software and human services. We are a team of passionate and creative individuals who believe in the power of technology to simplify complex processes. Inkle launched in 2022, and already serves well over 500 US companies, and we’re growing fast. We’re backed by leading global VC funds.
About the team and this role:
As an AI/ML Engineer reporting to our Engineering Lead,
you'll own our product's AI capabilities from conception to deployment
. Working alongside product managers and designers, you'll tackle complex challenges, architect scalable solutions, and collaborate cross-functionally to create exceptional user experiences. You'll initially be our sole AI/ML Engineer, with plans to expand the team.
Responsibilities:
- Own the end-to-end development and performance of our AI agents, ensuring accuracy tracking and continuous optimization.
- Build and maintain AI systems using both agent orchestration frameworks and fine-tuned models for specialized tasks.
- Manage AI integration points across the product—collaborating with engineering teams to ensure seamless interactions between AI components and underlying systems.
- Supervise and mentor AI/ML interns as the team grows.
- Enhance data pipelines to improve availability and quality for all agents.
- Optimize prompts and implement architectural improvements for efficient agent maintenance.
- Monitor industry trends to propose new AI-driven features and capabilities.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize AI system performance.
- Lead cross-functional projects as needed.
Who we’re looking for:
- 3+ years of experience building production AI agents and ML systems.
- Hands-on expertise with LLMs, agent orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex), and vector databases.
- Experience fine-tuning transformer models (BERT, GPT, or similar).
- Strong understanding of ML deployment and MLOps practices.
- Proven ability to integrate AI capabilities into user-facing products.
- Self-starter who proactively identifies opportunities and drives solutions.
- Adaptable to rapid changes in the generative AI landscape.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
- Passion for continuous learning and staying current with AI advancements.
Benefits that we’ll provide:
- Highly competitive salary: Inkle offers a competitive compensation package benchmarked to local norms in Bangalore and San Francisco.
- Stock option scheme - all Inkle employees receive generous stock options with very favourable terms.
- Health insurance - all Inkle employees are covered under the Group Medical Insurance policy.
- Relocation allowance - Inkle provides a one-time expense allowance to cater to moving costs when you join the office in Bangalore.
- Inkle has a very generous leave policy. This includes 1 day of Period Leave per month for all female employees.
- Inkle employees are granted 10 work-from-home days (per year pro-rated). This is on top of their leave.
- A comfortable, fun, and safe office environment in the heart of Bangalore with great transport links and eateries nearby.
- All employees receive MacBooks and external monitors as required.
Diversity Statement:
Inkle is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that promotes our belief in humanity excelling when we celebrate our differences. We are an equal opportunity provider and invite applicants from all backgrounds.
