Role Title: AI/ML Engineering Lead

Role Summary

Our client is building a high-impact engineering team in New York City to tackle the future of identity, deepfake detection, and AI/ML-powered security. This role is foundational to shaping the technical strategy, architecture, and product delivery of a fast-moving startup focused on solving complex challenges in digital trust and authentication. The Engineering Lead will define the technical vision, lead the team, and ensure delivery of secure, scalable, AI-powered solutions that protect users and enterprises from identity fraud.

About Our Client

Our client is a mission-driven startup based in NYC, focused on securing digital identity in an era of AI-enabled threats. They are developing cutting-edge solutions to detect deepfakes, prevent impersonation, and ensure trust in virtual interactions. With a strong emphasis on engineering excellence and rapid innovation, they offer a unique opportunity to work on meaningful problems at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and human authentication.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a high-performing engineering team.
• Define and execute the technical strategy and architecture.
• Collaborate with product and design to deliver secure, scalable solutions.
• Drive engineering culture, mentorship, and best practices.
• Oversee development of AI/ML-powered identity verification systems.

Required Qualifications

• Proven track record leading engineering teams in startup environments.
• Expertise in Python and React with strong architectural vision.
• Experience in cybersecurity and AI/ML product development.
• Ability to shape technical strategy and engineering culture.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Nice To Have

• Prior experience in deepfake detection or identity security.
• Familiarity with biometric authentication or fraud prevention tools.
• Experience integrating with enterprise platforms (e.g., Okta, Workday).
• Knowledge of SOC 2 compliance and secure development practices.
• Background in startup or high-growth environments.

Bonus Nice to Have

• Experience with agentic AI systems or multimodal models.
• Contributions to open-source AI or security projects.
• Prior work in regulated industries or government-facing applications.

Why Join Our Client

• Help shape the future of digital identity and AI security.
• Work on cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced NYC startup.
• Collaborate with passionate engineers solving real-world problems.
• Be part of a team that values innovation, ownership, and impact.

Our Client’s Benefits

Our client offers competitive compensation, equity opportunities, and a collaborative work environment in New York City. Benefits include health coverage, flexible work arrangements, and the chance to work on high-impact AI and cybersecurity challenges.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

RightSeat and our Client are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or an