AI Developer (Azure Generative AI)

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Overview

Applied Innovative Technologies (AIT) is currently searching for a AI Developer to design and construct advanced AI systems that directly support federal mission objectives. In this role, you will focus on transforming Generative AI, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Agentic AI solutions from proof-of-concept (POC) stages to secure, enterprise-level deployments leveraging Microsoft Azure AI technologies. This is an engineering-focused position for professionals who have experience building production-grade systems powered by large language models (LLMs), not just prototypes.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement LLM-powered applications utilizing Azure OpenAI.
• Develop and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems.
• Create agent-based and tool-using AI architectures.
• Engineer NLP pipelines for classification, summarization, and information extraction tasks.
• Build secure, containerized APIs using FastAPI and Docker.
• Deploy applications to Azure, including AKS or Azure Container Apps.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines within Azure DevOps.
• Enhance latency, observability, and optimize token costs.
• Mentor fellow developers and contribute to architectural standards.

Required Experience

• At least 8 years of software development experience.
• Minimum of 3 years building AI/ML systems.
• Experience developing and delivering modern web applications using JavaScript frameworks such as React and server-side technologies like Node.js.
• Proficient in Python development.
• Hands-on experience with Azure OpenAI.
• Experience constructing RAG architectures.
• Integration of vector databases such as Azure AI Search or FAISS.
• Deploying containerized applications on Azure platforms.
• Building production APIs, preferably using FastAPI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Semantic Kernel or LangChain.
• Background in designing agent-based AI systems.
• Experience in federal or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with full-stack development patterns involving React (frontend) and Node.js (backend).
• Ability to provide code review or technical guidance on React/Node.js components as part of cross-functional projects.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Has successfully transitioned AI solutions from proof-of-concept to production environments.
• Understands the limitations of LLMs and effective mitigation strategies.
• Approaches system architecture with scalability in mind, beyond prompt engineering.
• Capable of working independently and providing technical leadership.

About Applied Innovative Technologies (AIT) AIT specializes in developing secure, enterprise-ready AI systems that accelerate decision-making and deliver tangible mission impact. The company focuses on Azure-based AI solutions tailored for federal clients.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $150,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Azure OpenAI: 2 years (Required)
• Software Development : 8 years (Required)
• building AI/ML systems: 2 years (Required)
• Python: 3 years (Required)
• JavaScript, React, Node.js.: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20426 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20426: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20426