AI Process Automation Engineer at Fuel Cycle in Los Angeles, CA

Summary: Fuel Cycle is the Autonomous Insights Platform trusted by some of the world's most iconic brands. They are seeking an AI Process Automation Engineer to expand and maintain their suite of Claude Code agents, working closely with cross-functional teams to automate and improve operational processes. Responsibilities: - Expand and maintain the existing suite of Claude Code agents — starting with the Marketing agents already in production (competitive intelligence, Gong synthesis, GTM automation) and extending the model into Research delivery, Community operations, Panels, Sales, and Finance - Partner with department heads and operations leads across Fuel Cycle to map high-volume manual processes — in both our research and community services operation and our internal functions — and design agentic replacements - Build and test multi-step agentic pipelines that integrate Claude with Fuel Cycle's existing tool stack, including Asana, Gong, and third-party APIs, using the shared knowledge base architecture already in place - Contribute to the shared system of memory, skills, and agents the whole team runs on — ensuring every agent reads from consistent brand voice, ICP profiles, and process documentation so outputs are accurate and on-standard without manual prompt engineering per task - Monitor deployed automations for accuracy, performance, and edge-case failures; produce a playbook for each agent shipped so other teams can understand, replicate, and build on the model - Stay current on the Claude API, Claude Code releases, and agentic design patterns — proactively surfacing improvements and bringing new capabilities to the attention of product and engineering leads - Work with the AI transformation leads to push automation knowledge out through the organization and help teams move fast on their own functions Required Qualifications: - Proficiency in Python; comfort writing scripts, working with JSON/APIs, and debugging logic errors - Familiarity with LLMs and an ability to craft clear, effective prompts — coursework, side projects, or personal experimentation counts - Working knowledge of REST APIs and experience integrating third-party services (Zapier, Make, or custom API calls) - Basic Git fluency (commit, branch, pull request workflow) - Exposure to at least one cloud or SaaS environment (AWS, GCP, Notion, Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.) - Strong problem-solving instinct — you break big ambiguous challenges into small, testable steps - Clear written and verbal communication; able to explain technical decisions to non-technical stakeholders - Self-starter who takes ownership of projects end-to-end without needing constant direction - Genuine enthusiasm for AI tools and a curiosity about how they can reshape how companies operate - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field (May 2023–May 2025 graduates are welcome to apply) Preferred Qualifications: - Prior experience using the Anthropic Claude API or Claude Code (even on personal projects) - Familiarity with agentic frameworks such as LangChain, CrewAI, or similar - Internship or project experience in a SaaS, startup, or technology operations environment - Exposure to workflow automation tools (Zapier, Make/Integromat, n8n) - Experience with no-code/low-code tools that bridge technical and business teams Required Skills: Python, Claude Code, REST APIs Important Skills: Git, Cloud/SaaS exposure Nice-to-Have Skills: Enthusiasm for AI Benefits: Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with Company Match : Plan for your future with our retirement savings program, Equity Purchase Option : Participate in Fuel Cycle’s long-term success, Flexible Work Schedule : Empowering you to balance life and work, Generous Time Off : 15 vacation days and 7 sick days per year, 12 company holidays, 4 floating holidays/recharge days to rest or celebrate what matters to you, Paid Parental Leave : Time to bond with your growing family, Monthly Internet & Phone Stipend : Support for remote work setup, Wellness & Lifestyle Perks : Access to tools like Rightway (healthcare navigation), Headspace (mental wellness), Peloton (fitness), and more., Team Connection Perks : Weekly community lunches , refreshments, and snacks at our LA & NY headquarters, Pet-friendly office environments