Interface AI
Staff AI Engineer - Human Computer Interaction and Cognitive System
Interface AI, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
About the Role
interface.ai is the industry-leading specialized AI provider for banks and credit unions, serving over 100 financial institutions. The integrated AI platform offers a unified banking experience through voice, chat, and employee-assisting solutions, enhanced by proprietary generative AI. The mission is to transform the banking experience with hyper-personalized, secure, and seamless interactions while improving operational efficiency and revenue growth. We’re seeking a
Staff AI Engineer – HCI + Cognitive Systems
to lead the development of
multimodal, interactive agents
that combine natural language understanding, computer perception, and cognitive reasoning. You’ll design systems that enable agents to converse and
see, interpret, and manipulate digital environments
— bridging human communication and machine action. This is a deeply technical role at the intersection of
AI research, cognitive science, and systems engineering , responsible for building intelligent interfaces that power next-generation financial copilots. What You’ll Own
Design and implement perception pipelines that combine
text, visuals, and UI semantics
for agent grounding and decision-making. Cognitive Reasoning Frameworks Develop
planning and reasoning modules
enabling multi-step task execution, contextual memory, and human-in-the-loop collaboration. Integrate
LLMs and multimodal models
for adaptive, goal-oriented behavior using techniques like
ReAct ,
Tree-of-Thought , or
Hierarchical Planning . Human-Centered System Design Architect agent behaviors around
transparency, safety, and trust
— ensuring every AI decision or action is explainable and controllable. Collaborate with product, UX, and cognitive researchers to design experiences that feel
intuitive, reliable, and emotionally intelligent . Real-World Execution & Learning Build reinforcement and feedback loops for continuous learning and evaluation of agent performance. Cross-Functional Leadership Partner with
Bot Platform ,
AI Infrastructure , and
Compliance
teams to ensure cognitive systems scale securely and responsibly. Mentor engineers and applied scientists in agent design, multimodal integration, and AI safety. What We’re Looking For
10+ years of experience
in software, AI systems, or cognitive computing, with at least 2+ years building
multimodal or interactive AI applications . Advanced proficiency in
Python
(PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow) and at least one programming language (Go or Node.js). Expertise in
LLMs, computer vision, or multimodal architectures
(e.g., CLIP, BLIP, Flamingo, GPT-4V, Gemini). Deep understanding of
human-computer interaction principles , cognitive modeling, and user-adaptive AI. Experience designing or evaluating
planning and reasoning agents
(e.g., ReAct, AutoGPT, OpenDevin, Voyager). Familiarity with
reinforcement learning, behavior cloning , or imitation learning in simulated environments. Strong background in
observability, safety, and interpretability
of AI systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills — able to translate between research and product engineering. Preferred:
Advanced degree in Computer Science, AI, Cognitive Science, or Human-Computer Interaction. What Makes This Role Special
Lead development of
cognitive AI systems
that bring reasoning, perception, and human understanding into financial experiences Work at the frontier of
AI-driven human-computer interaction
— blending LLMs, multimodal learning, and applied reasoning Collaborate with top engineers, researchers, and product leaders shaping
AI copilots that act responsibly in real-world domains Be part of an
AI-first company
where you’ll build systems that are explainable, secure, and human-centric Compensation
Compensation is expected to be between $200,000 - $240,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and location. What We Offer
401(k) match & financial wellness perks Discretionary PTO + paid parental leave Mental health, wellness & family benefits A mission-driven team shaping the future of banking Equal Employment Opportunity
Interface.ai is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We strive to create a culture that respects each person’s perspectives and contributions.
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interface.ai is the industry-leading specialized AI provider for banks and credit unions, serving over 100 financial institutions. The integrated AI platform offers a unified banking experience through voice, chat, and employee-assisting solutions, enhanced by proprietary generative AI. The mission is to transform the banking experience with hyper-personalized, secure, and seamless interactions while improving operational efficiency and revenue growth. We’re seeking a
Staff AI Engineer – HCI + Cognitive Systems
to lead the development of
multimodal, interactive agents
that combine natural language understanding, computer perception, and cognitive reasoning. You’ll design systems that enable agents to converse and
see, interpret, and manipulate digital environments
— bridging human communication and machine action. This is a deeply technical role at the intersection of
AI research, cognitive science, and systems engineering , responsible for building intelligent interfaces that power next-generation financial copilots. What You’ll Own
Design and implement perception pipelines that combine
text, visuals, and UI semantics
for agent grounding and decision-making. Cognitive Reasoning Frameworks Develop
planning and reasoning modules
enabling multi-step task execution, contextual memory, and human-in-the-loop collaboration. Integrate
LLMs and multimodal models
for adaptive, goal-oriented behavior using techniques like
ReAct ,
Tree-of-Thought , or
Hierarchical Planning . Human-Centered System Design Architect agent behaviors around
transparency, safety, and trust
— ensuring every AI decision or action is explainable and controllable. Collaborate with product, UX, and cognitive researchers to design experiences that feel
intuitive, reliable, and emotionally intelligent . Real-World Execution & Learning Build reinforcement and feedback loops for continuous learning and evaluation of agent performance. Cross-Functional Leadership Partner with
Bot Platform ,
AI Infrastructure , and
Compliance
teams to ensure cognitive systems scale securely and responsibly. Mentor engineers and applied scientists in agent design, multimodal integration, and AI safety. What We’re Looking For
10+ years of experience
in software, AI systems, or cognitive computing, with at least 2+ years building
multimodal or interactive AI applications . Advanced proficiency in
Python
(PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow) and at least one programming language (Go or Node.js). Expertise in
LLMs, computer vision, or multimodal architectures
(e.g., CLIP, BLIP, Flamingo, GPT-4V, Gemini). Deep understanding of
human-computer interaction principles , cognitive modeling, and user-adaptive AI. Experience designing or evaluating
planning and reasoning agents
(e.g., ReAct, AutoGPT, OpenDevin, Voyager). Familiarity with
reinforcement learning, behavior cloning , or imitation learning in simulated environments. Strong background in
observability, safety, and interpretability
of AI systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills — able to translate between research and product engineering. Preferred:
Advanced degree in Computer Science, AI, Cognitive Science, or Human-Computer Interaction. What Makes This Role Special
Lead development of
cognitive AI systems
that bring reasoning, perception, and human understanding into financial experiences Work at the frontier of
AI-driven human-computer interaction
— blending LLMs, multimodal learning, and applied reasoning Collaborate with top engineers, researchers, and product leaders shaping
AI copilots that act responsibly in real-world domains Be part of an
AI-first company
where you’ll build systems that are explainable, secure, and human-centric Compensation
Compensation is expected to be between $200,000 - $240,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and location. What We Offer
401(k) match & financial wellness perks Discretionary PTO + paid parental leave Mental health, wellness & family benefits A mission-driven team shaping the future of banking Equal Employment Opportunity
Interface.ai is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We strive to create a culture that respects each person’s perspectives and contributions.
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