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Founding AI Engineer

Hera (YC S25) · San Francisco, CA · 4 mo ago
HybridEngineering$100/hrFull-time

About the role

Build and optimize AI systems to generate high-quality animations that follow core motion design principles (easing, non-linear movement, visual hierarchy)

Develop comprehensive evaluation frameworks to assess animation quality, combining automated metrics with expert validation from motion designers

Partner with motion designers and marketers to translate professional design knowledge into AI training data and evaluation criteria

Design and implement fine-tuning pipelines that teach Hera domain-specific animation styles and brand guidelines

Create feedback loops between user preferences, expert input, and model performance to continuously improve animation quality

Research and prototype state-of-the-art approaches for controllable, style-consistent motion graphics generation

Requirements

Strong background in machine learning, computer vision, or related fields

Experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar

Knowledge of motion design principles and tools like After Effects

Ability to work in an agile environment with minimal guidance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field

At least 3 years of relevant work experience in AI, machine learning, or related fields

Experience with TypeScript, React.js, Next.js, PostgreSQL, GCP/AWS, and motion graphics engines

Skills

  • Machine Learning
  • Computer Vision
  • Deep Learning
  • Motion Design Principles
  • Agile Development

Benefits

Life-changing equity stake

Above-market salary

Build a product used by thousands daily

The chance to redefine how millions of users create video

Office in Berlin Mitte (1 minute from Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz)

All meals on us - we serve lunch and dinner 6 days/week

Pay

TBD

Schedule

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Benefits

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