Staff Software Engineer, Applied AI

Job description

**_Welcome to Warner Bros.

Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of._**

**Who We Are…**

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth.

Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the _storytellers_ bringing our characters to life, the _creators_ bringing them to your living rooms and the _dreamers_ creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves.

Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

At HBO Max, storytelling takes center stage.

We’re one of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands — home to bold originals and unforgettable characters.

While audiences binge award-winning content, breaking news, and sports around the clock, our teams stay busy at work creating what’s next in streaming.

From Succession, Euphoria, and The Sopranos to global franchises like Game of Thrones and Harry Potter, our content sparks conversation and shapes culture.

HBO Max delivers boundary-pushing stories across genres and platforms, connecting millions of viewers across 90 countries globally— and we’re just getting started.

We're home to the most talked about shows and movies, granting audiences access to the worlds of HBO, Harry Potter, DC, Warner Bros., ID, Adult Swim, A24, and more.

Turn your streaming obsession into a career— we’re hiring!

About the Team

The Media Supply Chain (MSC) AI Team is pioneering tomorrow’s supply chain by applying the latest in AI technologies.

From automating metadata enrichment to enabling agentic experiences and natural language search, we are revolutionizing how media is produced, processed, and delivered.

Join a high-impact, fast-moving team committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

+ Architect and oversee technical design and implementation of Applied AI solutions in MSC.

+ Play a pivotal role in the evaluation and adoption of AI tools and models.

+ Develop reusable, scalable AI tools and integrations using MCP and A2A.

+ Establish and refine internal libraries, prompt repositories, and observability tooling for model usage.

+ Define, implement, and track success metrics and KPIs for POCs and AI solutions.

+ Present findings from POCs and res earch t o technical and non-technical stakeholders.

+ Collaborate with leadership to evaluate new AI tools and techniques.

+ Work with other teams to establish org-wide best practices in AI engineering, including prompt design, architecture, and data governance.

+ Mentor engineers and foster a culture of learning and innovation.

Requirements

+ 6 + years of experience in software engineering.

+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.

+ Experience building solutions with one or more of the following AI/ML concepts: inference/embedding models, agents, RAG, model distillation, vector search.

+ Proficient in one of the following languages: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go.

+ Hands-on expe rience with AWS Bedrock or GCP Vertex AI platforms.

+ Strong architectural skills with a proven track record of designing and scaling enterprise applications.

+ Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical projects from ideation to deployment.

+ Excellent communicator, capable of influencing both technical and non-technical audiences.

+ Willingness to learn rapidly in a fast-paced environment .

+ Background in media tech, video workflows, or content intelligence is a plus.

**How We Get Things Done…**

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done.

You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day.

We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

**Championing Inclusion at WBD**

Warner Bros.

Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required.

Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance.

Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros.

Discovery’s total compensation package for employees.

Pay Range: $128,100.00 - $237,900.00 salary per year.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.

In addition, Warner Bros.

Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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