AI Specialist

Job Title: AI Specialist

Department: Emerging Technology

Reports To: Director Emerging Technology

100% Remote

Job Summary:

The AI Specialist will support the development and implementation of data-driven solutions using Microsoft technologies. This role focuses on applying AI, machine learning, and automation tools to improve business processes and decision-making. The ideal candidate will have experience with Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Copilot, emerging agentic technologies, and a strong interest in operationalizing agentic systems in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in building and deploying AI/ML models using Microsoft Azure Machine Learning, Databricks, Power Platform and other AI/ML/agentic tools.
• Support the integration of Microsoft Copilot and agentic technologies into business workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation.
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to prepare data and define solution requirements.
• Work with business stakeholders to understand use cases and translate them into AI solutions, if needed.
• Contribute to the development of low-code/no-code applications using Power Apps and Power Automate.
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of MLOps pipelines for model deployment and monitoring.
• Contribute to the implementation of responsible AI practices, including fairness, transparency, and compliance.
• Document models, workflows, and processes to ensure maintainability and reproducibility.
• Promote responsible AI practices, including fairness, explainability, and compliance with data governance standards.

Qualifications:

• 2 4 years of experience in data analytics, AI/ML, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps), Databricks and Semantic Layer concepts.
• Exposure to Microsoft Copilot and Azure AI services such as Azure Machine Learning and Azure OpenAI.
• Proficiency in Python or R and experience with ML libraries like PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Understanding of data preparation, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI, ML and agentic technologies in enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and enterprise data platforms.
• Exposure to manufacturing or ERP-related use cases.

Recommended Certifications (not required but a plus):

• Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals or Azure AI Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Power Platform App Maker Associate
• Databricks Certified Machine Learning Associate