Cloud and Things
Cloud and Things

AI Developer - (RAG, Python, Javascript, Google Cloud Platform(GCP))

Hybrid in South Schodack, NY, US • Posted 1 hour ago • Updated 1 hour ago
Full Time
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
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Skills

  • AI Prompt Engineer
  • AI / Machine Learning Engineer
  • Python
  • JAVASCRIPT

Summary

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government''s most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things. 

*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*

Job Title:  AI Developer
Location:  Albany, NY (Hybrid 50%)
Duration:  1 Year (with potential for extension)
Start Date:  9/1/2026
Hourly Rate: W2 $50-60/hour
Application Deadline:  7/14/2026



Overview:

We are seeking an AI Developer who will support our NYS client. The consultant will design, enhance, and maintain conversational AI, chatbot, virtual agent, and generative AI solutions built on Google Cloud Platform. This role will work with business stakeholders and technical teams to support existing applications, develop new AI-driven capabilities, and deliver clean, scalable, well-documented solutions.

Duties:
  • Design, develop, enhance, and maintain chatbot and virtual agent solutions built on Google Cloud Platform.
  • Build and support conversational AI applications using Google Dialogflow and related technologies.
  • Develop and implement Generative AI agents and solutions leveraging modern AI frameworks and services.
  • Design and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and prompt engineering strategies.
  • Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Python and JavaScript.
  • Support existing applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
  • Maintain high-quality, readable, and well-documented code.
  • Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement activities.
  • Contribute to infrastructure automation and CI/CD processes using Terraform and Git-based repositories.

Mandatory Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 5+ years of related experience.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • 2+ years of experience developing chatbots or conversational AI solutions using Google Dialogflow or similar technologies.
  • Experience building Generative AI applications and AI agents.
  • 2+ years’ experience understanding Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) concepts and implementations.
  • Experience with prompt engineering and prompt optimization techniques.
  • 1+ years’ experience in Python application development.
  • 1+ years’ experience in JavaScript development for both frontend and backend applications.
  • Experience using source control systems such as Git, GitHub, or GitLab.
  • Experience developing and maintaining infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform.
  • Ability to write and maintain clean, scalable, and maintainable code.
  • Experience working directly with business stakeholders and customers.

Desirable Qualifications:
  • Google Cloud certifications.
  • Experience with Dialogflow CX, Conversational Agents, and Playbooks.
  • Experience working with various Generative AI platforms and services.
  • Machine Learning or AI model development experience.
  • Experience with Looker reporting and LookML.
  • Experience designing and deploying cloud-native applications.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.

Educational & Certification Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Google Cloud certifications are preferred.



What We Offer:
  • Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
  • Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
  • A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.



Ready to make a difference?

We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects.



Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 

AI-Assisted Resume Evaluation Notice
Cloud and Things – Talent Management

Notice to Candidates
Cloud and Things utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist our recruiting team in evaluating candidate applications for streamlining; consistency, efficiency, and thoroughness.  All hiring decisions are ultimately made by our human recruiting professionals.

How AI Is Used
Our AI tools assist by:
  • Analyzing resumes against job requirements
  • Supporting our recruiters in candidate data evaluation
  • Ensuring consistent review standards across all applications
  • Important: AI serves as a support tool only. As noted above, all candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by experienced human recruiters. Your unedited resume will be processed by our AI tools as part of this evaluation.
     
Your Data and Privacy

Cloud and Things Data Handling:
  • Your information is processed securely and used exclusively for recruitment purposes
  • Cloud and Things may store your resume in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) indefinitely for future job matching opportunities
  • You may opt out of long-term ATS storage by emailing your name  and your request to opt out of storing your resume in the ATS to: security@cloudandthings.com
  • All personal information is handled confidentially in accordance with our privacy policy

AI Tool Data Processing:
  • AI processing data is retained for a maximum of 90 days, after which it is deleted
  • All data sent to AI tools is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • AI tools comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR and CCPA
  • Personal data is anonymized or minimized wherever possible during AI processing

Your Participation
By submitting your application, you acknowledge this notice and consent to AI-assisted evaluation as part of our recruitment process. You may opt out only by choosing not to submit your resume for consideration.

 

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  • Position Id: 9351
  • Posted 1 hour ago
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