What are the responsibilities and job description for the AI-First Software Engineer position at Planet DDS?
Planet DDS is a dynamic and rapidly growing dental SaaS company transforming how dental practices run their businesses , serving over 13,000 practices across the United States with over 118,000 users.
Join our dynamic Innovation team , where we experiment with A I -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- First Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on designing and developing cutting-edge software solutions using AI-First development tooling . We ar e looking for a n 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 would be onsite in Irvine, CA the first 4-6 weeks.
Job Duties
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
An Equal Opportunity Employer – Including Disability/Veterans
Join our dynamic Innovation team , where we experiment with A I -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- First Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on designing and developing cutting-edge software solutions using AI-First development tooling . We ar e looking for a n 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 would be onsite in Irvine, CA the first 4-6 weeks.
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 pro duct 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.
- Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related discipline is required.
- 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, 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 like Azure, 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.
- Cloud Platform: Proficiency in at least one cloud platform like Azure, AWS or GCP.
- 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
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
An Equal Opportunity Employer – Including Disability/Veterans