Principal AI Engineer, AI Agent Development

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets.

We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me , Do the Right Thing , and Get Things Done . These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.

About the Opportunity We are seeking a Principal Engineer with a deep expertise in autonomous AI agent architecture and deployment, to spearhead the design, development, and optimization of intelligent agent systems on our global crypto exchange platform. This is a senior role requiring a hands-on AI science background combined with strategic oversight, technical direction, and cross-functional collaboration. You will work at the cutting edge of AI and crypto, designing AI agents that can autonomously reason, act, and evolve in complex, real-time environments such as trading, security, compliance, and customer interaction.

). Architect multi-agent systems (MAS) and frameworks to support goal-directed, reasoning, planning, and reinforcement-learning-based agents. Collaborate with product, engineering, business, and operation teams to define agent roles and measurable KPIs.

Drive experimentation, simulations, and continuous learning pipelines for agent performance optimization. Stay ahead of the curve on developments in AGI, LLM-integrated agents, and cognitive architectures; apply relevant innovations to production systems. Mentor and lead a team of AI scientists and engineers; help define the AI roadmap and research strategy.

Ensure system scalability, security, and regulatory compliance of AI-powered solutions in the crypto exchange domain. What We Look For In You 10+ years of industry experience in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of advanced degree (PhD/Master's in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Robotics, or related field) and industry experience. Proven experience building and deploying autonomous AI agents in live environments.

). Experience with goal-oriented agents, context engineering, memory management, tool use, and RL-based decision making. Developed agents for real-time decision-making, such as trading, gaming, customer support, or operations.

Track record of delivering end-to-end AI systems in fast-paced, high-scale environments (preferably finance, crypto, or high-frequency domains). 00 . The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Compensation

package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other

Benefits

, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via Okcoin and OKX internal or external careers site.