Job Title: AI Software Engineer
Location: Palo Alto, CA (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $83/hr
Job Type: W2 Contract
Client: To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US-Citizen, H-1B, OPT-EAD, GC-EAD
Job Summary:
We are seeking an Agent Engineer to help build the next generation of AI-powered workflows and intelligent systems. In this role, you will design and deploy agentic solutions that can reason, plan, and take action across enterprise tools, unlocking new levels of automation and productivity.
Responsibilities:
Design and implement agent-based systems using LLMs, tools, memory, and planning, including orchestration and multi-step workflows.
Build and integrate agent workflows across enterprise systems via APIs and services.
Develop RAG pipelines where applicable to support agent reasoning.
Implement human-in-the-loop patterns for safety, review, and escalation.
Define and operationalize evaluation frameworks focusing on accuracy, reliability, and task success.
Own solutions from prototype through production deployment and monitoring.
Partner cross-functionally to deliver scalable, secure, and high-impact solutions.
Mandatory Skills:
Strong programming experience in Python.
Experience building LLM-based applications or workflow automation systems.
Proficiency in AI and ML integration.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with agent frameworks such as LangChain or Semantic Kernel.
Familiarity with RAG, vector databases, and evaluation techniques.
Experience designing multi-step or tool-augmented workflows.
Equal opportunity employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.