AI Technical Lead
About us
At Vazco, we don't just follow technology trends - we redefine what's possible with AI. Every project we take on is a chance to build meaningful digital experiences powered by smart, scalable AI solutions. Whether we're automating complex processes, enhancing user journeys, or enabling data-driven decisions - we're here to make innovation real.
Excited about solving tough challenges for startups, scale-ups, and enterprises around the world? Curious about how AI can drive real business value, not just hype? That's the space we operate in. You won't have to choose between commercial impact and meaningful tech - our portfolio includes Open Source projects, nonprofit work, and deep partnerships with forward-thinking companies.
Apart from that, you will find yourself in an authentic and open company culture. Ournon-hierarchical structure means minimal management and transparent communication with everyone (including the CEO).
Now, let's see what else makes joining our Crew so exciting!
About your project/work
As anAI Technical Lead at Vazco, you'll work with a team buildingreal, production-ready agentic AI systems and LLM-powered applications. You'll keep growing your skills in areas like multi-agent architectures, orchestration, evaluation, and modern AI engineering practices. You'll work closely with AI Engineers, AI-UX Designers, QA Specialists, and Product Managers who care about doing solid technical work and shipping things that actually matter. On top of that, you'll have a real impact on how the company works, how we shape our methodology and offer, and you'll get to meet and collaborate with interesting people from the industry.
You meet all our criteria if you have:
5+ years of commercial experience, including at least 2 years on AI-based projects in production.
Strong background in TypeScript, Node.js, React, and Next.js.
Proven experienceleading AI projects end to end, from scoping and estimation to production rollout.
Solid understanding of RAG architecture, vector databases, and LLM integrations.
Experience withmulti-agent frameworks, workflow orchestration, validation, and observability.
Familiarity with textbots, voicebots, image/video generation, avatars, and automation systems.
Strong knowledge of AI models and providers, including cost optimisation and API management.
Good command of Python and libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn.
Strong clientcommunication skills, with the ability to define architecture and guide the team.
Fluent written and spokenEnglish and Polish, at least B2 level.
Strong understanding of prompt engineering, tool usage, reasoning control, context management, and hallucination mitigation.
Experience with advanced LLM patterns, including function/tool calling, structured outputs, MCP workflows, and agentic orchestration.
Understanding of AI evaluation methods and prompt optimisation workflows.
Nice-to-haves
We would be absolutely astonished* if you had:
(* don't worry, it's okay to learn these skills later)
Experience with React Native, Meteor, GraphQL, Apollo.
Background in startup or agency environments.
Experience with AI security, red teaming, or open-source contributions.
Involvement in tech communities.
Your responsibilities will include
Designing, leading, and implementing production-ready, AI-driven solutions, including multi-agent architectures and RAG-based systems.
Conducting technical discovery and estimation sessions with clients - translating requirements into architecture and implementation plans.
Advising product and tech teams on AI strategy, tool selection, and long-term scalability.
Ensuring technical excellence, code quality, and mentoring team members.
Supporting the adoption of AI-UX and agentic design principles across products.
Monitoring the performance and resilience of deployed systems to maintain quality over time.
What success looks like after 6 months
Led 1-2 agentic projects end to end, from discovery through production launch.
Established strong architecture standards for RAG and agentic systems.
Mentored 3-5 engineers and helped raise the team's technical bar.
Improved production systems by reducing hallucinations, latency, and infrastructure costs.
Perks & Benefits
Team-building & Company Events - After a day of focused work, there's nothing better than having a much-deserved mental break from responsibilities. Even better when it involves your pals! Be it a go-kart race with your team, a chill session of board games, or a couple of days in Prague - we do whatever fits our fancy.
Flexible working hours - Flexible working hours are not about being able to start your work within a specific timeframe. It's about maintaining the work-life balance you deserve. We have no strict "office hours" and embrace your early bird or night owl lifestyle. When you need to take a pause or manage your affairs, it's fine by us.
Training budget - Whether it comes to AWS, Domain-Driven Development, Public Speaking training, and many more, we can match you with the best tutors. Show us the direction you'd like to grow in, and we'll go above and beyond to meet your expectations.
Personal branding - Build your true Pro status through blogging & social media activity as a company ambassador, your speeches at various conferences and meetups, hosting workshops, and participating in other exciting initiatives. Do it all with our backup.