Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer

Description

We are looking for an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer to create advanced generative AI and agent-driven solutions in a cloud-native environment based in Atlanta, Georgia. This contract opportunity has the potential to become a permanent role and will involve designing, building, and deploying intelligent applications that improve business operations and connect seamlessly with enterprise platforms. The role spans the full development lifecycle, with a focus on scalable architecture, practical AI integration, and high-quality delivery in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:
Design and build AI applications that use Claude large language models to support business-focused automation and decision-making.
Create agent-based workflows, including orchestration logic, prompt patterns, and autonomous behaviors that enable reliable task execution.
Develop and implement Model Context Protocol-based agents or comparable agent frameworks within enterprise AI environments.
Connect AI solutions to internal and external platforms through APIs, ensuring secure and efficient access to business data.
Improve application performance by refining token usage, response quality, runtime efficiency, and overall operating cost.
Build backend services, utilities, and supporting components needed to power scalable AI products in production.
Partner with product leaders, technical teams, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into practical AI solutions.
Contribute to deployment planning, testing, and ongoing enhancement of cloud-based AI systems across distributed environments.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience developing artificial intelligence, machine learning, or agent-based software solutions.
Strong programming ability in Python and JavaScript, with Node.js experience preferred.
Hands-on experience working with Claude models and related AI provider integrations.
Familiarity with Model Context Protocol or similar frameworks used to coordinate AI agents and tool execution.
Experience building on cloud platforms, including services related to serverless computing, containers, networking, and security.
Knowledge of enterprise API integration, vector databases such as Pinecone or Weaviate, and distributed system design.
Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases in support of scalable application development.
Nice to have: exposure to LangChain, React, AI optimization concepts, enterprise software customization, or consultative delivery in complex business environments.

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