Python AI/ML Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client is hiring multiple Python AI/ML Developers in Wilmington (DE) & Columbus (OH). These opportunities are for full-time employment, so relocation candidates are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities:
* Develops secure high-quality production code
* Participates in evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture
* Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

REQUIREMENTS:
* Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and minimum of 2 years of python coding experience
* Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
* Software development experience in one or more general-purpose programming languages: Python, Java, C, C or Go
* Exposure/Experience with AI developer tools & tech include code assistants (GitHub Copilot, Tabnine, Cursor), AI-powered IDEs (Cursor, Replit), specialized agents (Devin, Cline for dev workflows), and platforms for ML/NLP (Hugging Face)
* Exposure to automation and continuous delivery methods
* Practical cloud native exposure
* Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
* An understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
* Knowledge of network engineering and firewall technology preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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