AI Systems Architect

Bolt Farm Treehouse

. Design and own end-to-end automation architecture across operations, guest experience, finance, and content .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWhitwell • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing end-to-end automation architectures, with a strong focus on AI agent pipelines and quantifying ROI. Proven ability to mentor teams and maintain high standards in automation practices while operating in a founder-led environment.

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Production Automation Systems DevelopmentAI Pipeline ArchitectureROI QuantificationZapier, n8n, Make, Python ProficiencyBuild-Vs-Buy Decision Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Automation Architecture DesignAI Agent Pipeline DevelopmentSystem Diagram CreationProduction-Grade System BuildingQuantifying ROI

Soft Skills

Radical TransparencyDirect Feedback Comfort

Tools & Technologies

ZapierN8nMakePythonClickUpAirtable

Industry Keywords

Guest Experience OperationsHospitality OperationsStartup CTO ExperienceTechnical Co-Founder ExperienceOpen-Source Contributions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and own end-to-end automation architecture across operations, guest experience, finance, and content
Architect AI agent pipelines and multi-step workflows that replace manual processes at scale
Evaluate build-vs-buy decisions for tools and systems across the stack
Set technical standards, documentation norms, and quality gates for automation work
Build production-grade systems handling real operational volume
Quantify ROI for every system shipped, including hours saved, error rates reduced, and revenue unlocked
Mentor AI Systems Builders and Associates on architecture patterns, debugging, and shipping discipline
Stay current on AI tooling, agent frameworks, and automation platforms
Own automation coverage, system uptime, ROI per build, and architecture debt outcomes
Report directly to the Founder and operate with high autonomy

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years building production automation systems or AI pipelines
Deep proficiency with at least 3 of: Zapier, n8n, Make, Python, Cursor, LangChain, CrewAI, or equivalent frameworks
Demonstrated architecture portfolio, including system diagrams
Experience evaluating and implementing build-vs-buy decisions
Track record of quantifying ROI on technical work
Comfortable with radical transparency, direct feedback, and a founder-led operating model
Hospitality, resort, or guest-experience operations background is a nice-to-have
Experience with ClickUp, Airtable, or similar ops platforms at scale is a nice-to-have
Prior startup CTO, Head of Automation, or technical co-founder experience is a nice-to-have
Contributions to open-source automation or AI agent projects are a nice-to-have
Remote-first work experience with async communication norms is a nice-to-have
Must be eligible to work in the United States or otherwise address U.S. employment visa sponsorship
Work location must be on-site at Bolt Farm in Whitwell, Tennessee, or remote from an approved U.S. state

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health stipend: $400/mo
Profit-pool participation, tiered by build output rather than tenure
Performance variable: 30% of OTE, tied to Founder-approved KPIs
Hybrid/remote-flex work arrangement
High autonomy
On-site deployment periods as needed