Senior Application Programmer - Generative AI

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Senior Application Programmer - Generative AI for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution located in Charlotte, NC. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

This role involves the design, development, and implementation of complex enterprise Generative AI applications spanning web, API, backend, data, and database layers. The ideal candidate will develop AI-powered capabilities using Python and modern AI/ML libraries, integrating with Large Language Models (LLMs) to deliver business-focused solutions. This position works under minimal supervision, with general guidance from more seasoned consultants.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and support enterprise Generative AI applications
• Develop AI-powered capabilities using Python and modern AI/ML libraries while integrating with Large Language Models (LLMs) and external AI services
• Create effective prompts, AI workflows, and model integrations to deliver accurate, scalable, and business-focused GenAI solutions
• Build and maintain modern web applications using Angular or React, along with backend services using Node.js and Express
• Design and implement RESTful APIs following HTTP standards, security best practices, and scalable architecture patterns
• Develop and optimize SQL and PL/SQL database components, queries, stored procedures, and data access layers
• Design, implement, and support ETL processes, data integration pipelines, and data engineering solutions
• Implement secure authentication and authorization solutions using OAuth2 and related security protocols
• Utilize Redis and other performance optimization techniques to improve application scalability and responsiveness
• Participate in CI/CD automation, containerized deployments, and cloud-native application delivery processes

Requirements:

• 6 - 8 years of experience in an application programmer role
• Strong experience with Python development, including core programming, package management, and web frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI
• Hands-on experience building and integrating Generative AI solutions, including prompt engineering, AI libraries, model APIs, and LLM-based applications
• Good understanding of LLMs, Generative AI, machine learning concepts, transformers, neural networks, and AI application design principles
• Experience developing modern web applications using Angular or React and backend services using Node.js and Express
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, HTTP/HTTPS protocols, web services, SSL/TLS certificates, and secure application communication
• Experience implementing OAuth2 authentication and authorization mechanisms, secret management, and application security best practices
• Strong SQL and PL/SQL skills, including database design, query tuning, stored procedures, data modeling, and performance optimization
• Experience with Redis caching, performance tuning, logging, monitoring, and application observability practices
• Familiarity with AI/ML ecosystems and development tools such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, VS Code, PyCharm, Jupyter, Hugging Face, npm, PyPI, Maven, and NuGet
• Experience with CI/CD platforms and DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Ansible, or similar technologies
• Knowledge of containerized and cloud-native application deployment using OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker, or similar platforms

Pay range: $55.06 - $63.06 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.