AI Software Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Hopkins, MN that is seeking an AI Software Engineer (Python/Java-Spring Boot/React/GenAI/Full-Stack).

Summary
We are seeking a full-stack engineer skilled in Python and Java (Spring Boot), experienced with modern backend frameworks and React-based frontend development, and capable of delivering production-grade GenAI solutions (LLMs, RAG, Agents, MCP, guardrails). The candidate should be able to design, build, and operate scalable services and applications using modern AI patterns with strong software craftsmanship.

Responsibilities:
* Build backend services in Python (Flask, FastAPI, Django) and Java (Spring Boot); Design clean APIs, integrations, and background jobs
* Develop user interfaces using React (preferred); Collaborate on UX, component libraries, accessibility, and performance
* Own quality with PyTest/JUnit, integration and contract testing; enable CI/CD automation
* Deliver GenAI capabilities: prompt design, RAG pipelines, agent orchestration, and workflow automation
* Productionize AI with guardrails for safety, compliance, observability, and fallback strategies; Measure latency, cost, and accuracy
* Work across data layers: vector stores, relational DBs, caching, and secure connectors; Ensure data privacy and governance
* Collaborate across product, design, and platform teams; review code, architect solutions, document decisions, and mentor peers

REQUIREMENTS:
* BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
* 8+ years of experience leading architecture, cross-team design, and AI governance

Backend (Python & Java):
* Strong in Python and Java (Spring Boot) - APIs, microservices, async processing, and performance optimization
* Frameworks: Flask, FastAPI, Django, Spring Boot (REST, security, data, microservices)
* API design (REST/JSON), OpenAPI, OAuth/OIDC, JWT, RBAC

Frontend:
* React (preferred) or Angular: component design, state management, routing, testing (Jest, Playwright)
* Build tooling: Vite/Webpack, npm/yarn

GenAI/Agentic AI:
* LLM fundamentals, embeddings, prompt design, tool/function calling
* RAG architectures and evaluation approaches
* Agents: orchestration, memory, multi-agent patterns
* MCP, guardrails, and secure AI patterns
* Frameworks: LangChain/LangGraph, CrewAI (plus Haystack/LlamaIndex familiarity)

Data & Infrastructure:
* Vector DBs, PostgreSQL/MySQL, Redis
* Cloud & DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, observability
* Messaging/streaming: Kafka/MQ; batch vs. real-time processing
* Cloud & DevOps: Azure (preferred) and Azure AI services, Docker, Kubernetes
* Hands-on with AKS, EKS deployments, Helm charts, and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience delivering production-grade GenAI applications with measurable outcomes
* Integration with LLM providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, local models)
* AI observability, evaluation frameworks, and guardrail telemetry
* Financial services/regulated environment experience

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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