Software Engineer, Labs

Pax8 is the leading cloud-based technology marketplace, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to build the technology marketplace of the future. We are a fast-growing, dynamic and  high-energy startup organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best.

We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.

No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We are only as great as our people. And we have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team. This means embracing hybrid- and remote-work whenever possible.  

Position Summary:

As a Software Engineer at Pax8 Labs, you will build autonomous AI agents that fundamentally change how small businesses operate. This is largely uncharted territory - we're pioneering new approaches to agent architecture, multi-system coordination, and real-world AI deployment. You'll work on cutting-edge problems while building systems that will reach thousands of partners through Pax8's marketplace platform.

We're exploring how autonomous software agents can transform business operations, from MSP automation to workflow orchestration to intelligent process capture. Working closely with our Engineering Manager, Technical Fellow, and cross-functional team, you'll tackle hard technical problems in autonomous agent systems, helping to define both the technology and the engineering culture as we scale.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Build scalable backend services and APIs for autonomous AI agent systems
• Integrate and deploy AI models and machine learning frameworks in production
• Design agent orchestration systems that coordinate multiple specialized agents
• Write high-quality code with comprehensive testing, code reviews, and system optimization
• Collaborate with ML/AI engineers to deploy and optimize agent capabilities
• Work closely with product and design teams to build intuitive user experiences for complex AI
• Build reusable libraries and frameworks to enhance team productivity
• Evaluate emerging technologies and help make architectural decisions
• Mentor other engineers and contribute to our learning culture

Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:

• Modern Development: Embrace AI tools where they add genuine value, from coding assistance to automated testing
• Async-First Communication: Thoughtful documentation (Slack, Notion, Loom), with focused in-person collaboration 2-3 days per week in our Denver office
• Build-Measure-Learn: Rapid prototyping with early validation, comfortable failing fast and iterating
• Strong problem-solving skills with a bias toward experimentation and learning
• Great collaboration and communication across engineering, product, and design teams
• Commitment to code quality, documentation, and building systems that actually work
• Enthusiasm for AI advancements and modern development practices
• Comfortable in fast-moving environments, balancing shipping quickly with building sustainable systems
• Understanding of AI/ML workflows, LLMs, and autonomous agent architectures preferred

Labs Culture & Work Style:

• Modern Development: Embrace AI tools where they add genuine value, from coding assistance to automated testing

• Async-First Communication: Thoughtful documentation (Slack, Notion, Loom), with focused in-person collaboration 2-3 days per week in our Denver office

• Build-Measure-Learn: Rapid prototyping with early validation, comfortable failing fast and iterating

• Technical Excellence: High standards for code quality balanced with speed of delivery

Why Join Pax8 Labs ?

• Technical Challenge: Build autonomous agents that actually work in production, solving novel problems in agent coordination and system integration

• Pioneering Territory: Work at the forefront of agent technology in a rapidly evolving space

• Massive Scale: Your code will reach thousands of partners through Pax8's established marketplace platform

• Greenfield Engineering: Build systems from scratch with modern technologies and no legacy constraints

• Culture Building: Define engineering practices and culture for a team scaling from 0 to 40+ engineers

• Strong Backing: Executive support and autonomy to build breakthrough technology

• Exceptional Team: Work directly with the GM, alongside our Technical Fellow and experienced product and design professionals

Work Environment:

Pax8 Labs operates with a hybrid model requiring 2-3 days per week in our Denver office to foster creative collaboration and team synergy.  

Required Education & Certifications:

• B.A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience

Compensation:

• Qualified candidates can expect a compensation range of $160,000 to $195,000 or more depending on experience.

Expected Closing Date: 8/30/2025