AI Engineer / Applied AI Developer

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

AI Engineer
Applied AI Developer
proof-of-concepts
LLM
Python
prompt engineering
LLM function calling
Git
Agentic AI

Job Details

Role: AI Engineer / Applied AI Developer
Location: Farmington Hills, MI (Hybrid Onsite)
Interviews: Phone & Webcam
Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Job Description

We are seeking an AI Engineer / Applied AI Developer with strong hands-on development skills and a passion for building AI-powered proof-of-concepts. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, research-driven environment and enjoys exploring cutting-edge AI technologies.

The ideal candidate will have strong Python skills, experience with large language models (LLMs), and the ability to translate ideas into quick prototypes. Machine learning frameworks or cloud AI services experience is a plus, but not mandatory.

Must-Have Skills

  • Python Intermediate to advanced proficiency
  • Ability to rapidly build working proof-of-concepts (POCs)
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Hands-on experience with prompt engineering and LLM function calling
  • Experience integrating APIs; handling structured & unstructured data
  • Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience building Agentic AI solutions, conversational chatbots, or summarization tools
  • Experience with OpenAI or similar LLM ecosystems
  • Experience with Streamlit, FastAPI, or Flask for demos, UI tools, or lightweight applications

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