POC Engineer (Proof of Concept Engineer)

About Blitzy Blitzy is a Cambridge, MA based AI software development platform on a mission to revolutionize the software development life cycle by autonomously building custom software to unlock the next industrial revolution. We're transforming how enterprises build software, turning enterprise requirements into production-ready code with an agentic software development platform that can autonomously execute 80% of the quantum of software development work. We're backed by multiple tier 1 investors, and have proven success as founders of previous start-ups. The Role We're seeking an experienced POC Engineer to join our India HQ2 team. This critical role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and enterprise customer success. You'll lead the technical design, development, and delivery of proof-of-concept implementations that demonstrate the transformative power of Blitzy's agentic software development platform to Fortune 500 clients. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong customer-facing skills, and the ability to rapidly prototype and iterate on complex AI-driven solutions. What You'll Do Lead Technical Pilots and POCs: Design, architect, and implement end-to-end proof-of-concept solutions that showcase Blitzy's platform capabilities to enterprise customersCustomer Collaboration: Work directly with Fortune 500 clients to understand their technical requirements, challenges, and success criteria for POC engagementsRapid Prototyping: Build functional demonstrations and prototypes that prove technical feasibility and business value, often under tight timelinesAI/ML Integration: Leverage LLMs, agentic workflows, and multimodal AI capabilities to solve complex customer use casesTechnical Architecture: Design scalable, production-grade architectures that can transition from POC to full implementationPerformance Optimization: Conduct performance analysis, identify bottlenecks, and optimize solutions for speed, efficiency, and reliabilityDocumentation & Knowledge Transfer: Create comprehensive technical documentation and effectively communicate architecture decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersCross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams to refine platform capabilities based on customer feedbackInnovation Leadership: Stay at the forefront of AI/ML advances and identify opportunities to incorporate new techniques into POC solutions What We're Looking For Required Qualifications 10+ years of software engineering experience with proven track record in enterprise software development and production systemsDeep expertise in AI/ML technologies, particularly with LLMs, agentic systems, and generative AI applicationsStrong background in building enterprise-grade solutions that have shipped to productionExtensive experience with modern software architecture, including cloud-based platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, Go, Java, or C++)Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and mentoring engineersProven ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiencesTrack record of working directly with enterprise customers in technical consulting or solutions engineering capacityStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on performance optimizationExcellent communication skills with ability to present to C-level executives Preferred Qualifications Background in developing AI agentic workflow orchestrators or similar multi-agent systemsExperience with GPU-based computing and optimizationExperience with sequence-to-sequence models and deep neural network architecturesM.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldExperience leading distributed teams across geographiesTrack record of innovation (patents, publications, or open-source contributions)Experience with Responsible AI practices and frameworks Key Success Metrics Successfully deliver POCs that convert to paid customer engagementsAchieve high customer satisfaction scores and build strong customer relationshipsReduce time-to-value for POC implementations through reusable frameworks and componentsContribute technical insights that improve core platform capabilitiesBuild scalable POC processes and best practices for the India team Our Culture Who we are: Led by two pioneering co-founders we are one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S., creating our own category of enterprise autonomous software development. We automate thousands of hours of software development for our customers, which includes strong representation within the Fortune 500. How we work: We move Blitzy Fast: Time is both our company's and our clients' most precious asset. We move quickly and decisively to innovate internally and deliver exceptional software externally.Championship Mindset: We operate like a professional sports team. We win as a team by holding ourselves and each other to high standards, collaborating in-person, and remaining focused on the mission.Passion for Invention: We're pushing the frontier of what's possible, requiring constant innovation and iteration.We Work for the Customer: We focus on delivering outsized value to the customers we work with and expanding those relationships into deep, meaningful partnerships. We believe in being 'everyday athletes'—taking care of ourselves so we can bring our best minds to work. We promote great sleep, movement, and restorative activities for optimal mental performance. It makes for a happier and more productive team. What We Offer Opportunity to shape Blitzy's expansion in India as a founding member of HQ2Work with cutting-edge AI technology and Fortune 500 enterprise clientsCompetitive compensation package including equityCollaborative, high-performance team environmentProfessional growth opportunities in a fast-scaling startupChance to make significant impact on product direction through customer insightsCulture that values innovation, technical excellence, and work-life balance Location This is a full time role in Pune,India HQ2 (On-site) Blitzy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Locations: Pune, India