Sola Impact
Transforming communities with sustainable real estate investments and innovative urban solutions.
Design, develop, and integrate AI agents with LLMs into Model/Z's housing platform
1 days ago
$160,000 - $210,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Los Angeles, California, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
55 Employees
Service Specialisms
Real Estate Development
Affordable Housing
Residential Development
Property Management
Sector Specialisms
Affordable Housing
Residential
Workforce Housing
Real Estate Development
Community Development
Social Impact Investing
Economic Development
Urban Cities
Role
Description
model selection
prompt engineering
decision logic
automated evaluation
ethical safeguards
code review
- Evaluate and select optimal Large Language Models for projects.
- Optimize agent performance using prompt engineering, tool design, Retrieval‑Augmented Generation, and system architecture improvements.
- Implement decision‑making logic to ensure AI responses are consistent, relevant, and accurate.
- Build automated evaluation systems to monitor and continuously improve agent performance.
- Develop safeguards and oversight mechanisms to maintain ethical AI use.
- Prototype and validate new product features rapidly.
- Collaborate with product and software engineering teams to align AI development with business priorities and integrate capabilities into the web application.
- Conduct thorough code and quality reviews to uphold technical standards.
Requirements
bachelor's
llm
react
python
full‑stack
ai/ml
Model/Z is seeking an experienced AI Agent Engineer to advance AI capabilities in Z/Suite, a platform that streamlines and scales modular housing development. The role offers a salary of $160K‑$210K and is based at 740 E. 111th Place in Watts, Los Angeles, with a 9‑10‑hour workday from Monday to Thursday and occasional remote work.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Software Engineering, or related field (graduate degree preferred).
- 3+ years experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI system integration.
- 5+ years experience with APIs, data storage/retrieval, and production‑level code in React, JavaScript, C#, Node.js, or Python.
- 2+ years full‑stack development experience and work in distributed teams across time zones.
- Strong expertise in AI/ML, data integration, system architecture, logical problem solving, and communication.
- Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD or Revit) and building permitting processes is a plus.
- Preference for Los Angeles‑based candidates; no relocation assistance provided.
Benefits
The company offers a fast‑paced, well‑funded startup environment that emphasizes quality, integrity, trust, and accountability. Employees benefit from a supportive, collaborative culture with ample resources for growth and a strong focus on social impact.
- Four‑day workweek (Monday‑Thursday) with occasional remote work; Friday meetings as needed.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a mission to revitalize and strengthen underserved communities through sustainable real estate.
- Specializing in the development of mixed-use properties, focusing on energy-efficient and solar-powered buildings.
- Has a proven track record of transforming vacant lots and underdeveloped areas into vibrant spaces.
- Partners with local governments and organizations to drive long-term urban regeneration.
- Combines real estate expertise with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
- Portfolio includes residential, commercial, and community-focused spaces designed to improve the local environment and economy.
- Emphasizes energy efficiency, particularly solar energy solutions in building designs and renovations.
- Committed to creating spaces that are both environmentally responsible and economically viable.
- Notable for attracting financing for large-scale projects while maintaining a focus on positive community impact.
Culture + Values
88%
Ownership and autonomy
Employees feel entrusted with significant responsibility and decision-making power.
88%
Pride in impact
Employees are proud of the company’s positive contributions to the community.
88%
Community-focused
The company's commitment to giving back resonates strongly with its employees.
88%
Welcoming environment
New employees feel quickly integrated into the company.
- Caring colleagues – 87% report that people genuinely care about each other.
- High-energy, fun, collaborative workplace – employees describe camaraderie, staff events, and a social yet productive office culture.
- Supportive leadership – management is described as extremely supportive of new ideas, teamwork, quality, integrity, trust, and accountability.
Environment + Sustainability
2035
Net-Zero Target Year
Achieving net-zero embodied carbon by 2035 through modular construction and material efficiency.
35%
Material Waste Reduction
Modular construction reduces material waste and embodied carbon by 35%.
35%
Carbon Efficiency in Construction
The 43rd & Vermont project achieved 35% less embodied carbon during construction.
4,500 units
Energy-Efficient Housing
Ownership of 2,500 units with another 2,000 in development, all designed to meet energy-efficient standards.
- All Model/Z units are fully electric, equipped with ENERGY STAR appliances and water-efficient fixtures.
- Partnership with Zenerate uses AI and data analytics to design housing that is 'an order-of-magnitude more energy efficient than aging housing stock'
Inclusion & Diversity
Founded in 2014
Year of establishment
Committed to high-quality affordable housing in historically underserved communities.
65.4% Hispanic
Majority demographic served
The majority of residents in the served census tract identify as Hispanic.
80% Affordable Units
Affordability covenant
The majority of housing units are reserved for low-income households.
- Pipeline and portfolio: Provide wrap-around services aimed at economic empowerment (financial education, job placement) through SoLa Foundation.
- Leadership/demographics: Minority-owned and operated, led by founder Martin Muoto.
- Belonging strategy: intentionally serve residents from the surrounding neighborhood, prioritizing those with lived experience of homelessness.