AI Software Engineer II

About Planet DDS 

We’re on a mission to fix dental software - and we’re not playing small. Our platform replaces clunky, outdated systems with modern, cloud-based, AI-powered technology built to actually work at scale. From practice management to imaging to revenue cycle automation, we’re tearing down the old infrastructure and rebuilding the future of dentistry. Planet DDS is the fastest-growing provider of dental practice management solutions and the #1 cloud platform for DSOs and multi-location groups.

Here, you won’t just join a team - you’ll join a movement. We want bold thinkers who are ambitious enough to push limits, empathetic enough to work as one, and accountable enough to own big outcomes. Trust is our currency, collaboration is our edge, and impact is our fuel. If you’re ready to grow fast, challenge the status quo, and help reinvent an entire industry, Planet DDS is where you belong.

To learn more, visit: Planet DDS. 

Overview

Join our dynamic Innovation team, where we experiment with AI-first development to rethink how software is built. Our team is dedicated to exploring new ideas, developing innovative products, and driving technological advancements outside the constraints of traditional SDLC.   

We are seeking a passionate and innovative AI Software Engineer II to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on designing and developing cutting-edge software solutions using AI-First development tooling.  We are looking for an AI-Powered Software Engineer who treats AI agents as a primary development tool – crafting prompts, orchestrating agentic workflows, and rapidly prototyping solutions that shape future products. The ideal candidate has previous Innovation team and/or start-up experience using AI development technologies. 

Location: This role is hybrid based out of our Irvine office, or for candidates outside the area, requires being on-site in Irvine for the first four weeks, followed by monthly travel to the office thereafter.

Job Duties:

•  Application Development: AI-first development of applications using AI coding tools, AI agents and low-code platforms where they accelerate velocity. 
• Integration: Integrate AI-driven and low-code solutions with existing systems and databases, ensuring seamless functionality. 
• Customization: Use AI code generation to extend solutions when custom functionality is needed.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions, whereas prototypes help shape product strategy and leadership decisions. 
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning and continuously improve AI code generation processes and methodologies. 
• Communication: Effective communication skills to explain complex programming or AI concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.  

 Skills & Qualifications: 

• Experience:  3+ years of experience in AI and machine learning, with a focus on code generation and software development.  
• Skills: Hands-on with AI-powered tools: Claude Code (required), Cursor, Codex, Figma, MCP, v0.app, etc.
• Strong understanding of software development principles: Proficiency with C#, .NET, OpenAPI, Python, PyTorch, Docker, Git, Microservices, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, data handling, and databases like Postgres, MS SQL Server. 
• Cloud Platform: Proficiency in at least one cloud platform: Azure (preferred), AWS or GCP. 
• Development principles and practices: Proficiency with datasets / databases and understanding of the SDLC cycle.
• Attributes: Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, curiosity, and a passion for innovation. Comfortable working in fast-moving, ambiguous environments where experimentation is valued. 

•  Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related discipline is required. 

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and 401(k) match
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• FTO or Vacation
• Sick Time
• Employee Well-Being program
• 11 paid holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Employee Referral program
• Additional perk and voluntary benefit programs

Salary is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  This position is also eligible for variable pay as part of the total compensation package.

PLANET DDS CORE IDEOLOGY:

To encourage measurable progress toward our vision and make the best decisions on behalf of employees and customers, we adopted a set of common values:

• Collaborative – Working independently and across teams, we create scalable solutions to enable company growth
• Empathetic – We are educated on the experience of our customers and feel vested in their success
• Accountable – We feel ownership for the quality of our work and take pride in the positive outcomes
• Trustworthy – We operate with integrity and honest, making promises we know that we can keep
• Ambitious – We are driven by our ability to make a long-term, positive impact on the lives of dental market leaders

Planet DDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.