Cresta Labs is a small, high-ownership team exploring and building next-generation AI-native product experiences at the intersection of product engineering, applied AI, user research, and design.
Responsibilities
- ▹Build zero-to-one AI product experiences from concept through prototype, validation, and productionization
- ▹Work with users, product managers, designers, researchers, and customer-facing teams to identify high-impact opportunities
- ▹Translate ambiguous customer needs and product ideas into clear workflows, interfaces, and technical designs
- ▹Build and improve AI agent development, testing, evaluation, monitoring, and optimization workflows
- ▹Use product data, user feedback, and evaluation results to understand what needs improvement
- ▹Create demos, product notes, and technical documentation to help teams align and move faster
Requirements
- ▹5+ years as a software/ML engineer on user-facing systems with strong full-stack skills
- ▹Experience shipping products or major features with end-to-end ownership
- ▹Hands-on experience with LLMs, AI agents, AI workflows, or applied ML products
- ▹Strong product judgment and ability to simplify complex technical ideas into intuitive UX
- ▹Comfort working in ambiguous problem spaces
- ▹Strong communication skills across cross-functional audiences
Nice to have
- ▹Experience designing evaluation and testing frameworks for ML systems
- ▹Practical validation approach (user research, instrumentation, metrics)
- ▹Previous experience in a startup or fast-paced product environment
Soft skills
Comfort with ambiguityFast iteration with strong engineering rigorExcellent cross-functional communication
What we offer
- ▹Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- ▹Flexible PTO
- ▹Paid parental leave for all new parents
- ▹Retirement savings plan
- ▹Remote work setup budget
- ▹Monthly wellness and communication stipend
- ▹In-office meal program and commuter benefits
- ▹Base salary: $190,000–$270,000 + equity
About the company
Cresta unlocks the true potential of the customer experience with its unified AI platform combining conversational AI agents, real-time human agent augmentation, and conversation intelligence. Born from the Stanford AI Lab, it has raised over $270 million from leading investors including a16z, Greylock, and Sequoia.
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