Remote AI Developer / AI Engineer

AI Developer / AI Engineer

Company: TeamFicient

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: To Be Determined

About the Role

TeamFicient is seeking an experienced AI Developer / AI Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and scaling cutting-edge AI-powered applications that drive innovation and deliver exceptional value to our clients. This is a remote opportunity for a skilled professional passionate about applied artificial intelligence with a proven track record of building production-grade AI systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and scale robust AI-powered applications that solve complex business challenges
• Design and implement solutions utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and other applied AI systems
• Develop and maintain backend services that support AI platforms and ensure seamless integration with cloud infrastructure
• Deploy and optimize AI solutions on cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into scalable AI architectures
• Implement containerization and orchestration strategies using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s)
• Design and develop RESTful APIs to enable the integration of AI capabilities across various applications
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize AI models and systems for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies, tools, and best practices to continuously improve our AI capabilities
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and knowledge sharing to maintain high engineering standards

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in AI engineering, machine learning, or software engineering with a focus on AI systems
• Proven experience deploying and maintaining AI solutions in production environments
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries
• Hands-on experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) and related technologies
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Solid understanding of API design and development principles and best practices
• Experience with containerization technologies, including Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes (K8s)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to architect scalable, efficient AI solutions
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and vector databases
• Familiarity with MLOps practices and tools for model deployment and monitoring
• Knowledge of additional programming languages such as Go, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Contributions to open-source AI/ML projects or active participation in the AI community
• Experience working in agile development environments
• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or related field

What We Offer

• Fully remote work environment
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technologies and innovative projects
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning

TeamFicient is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• What is your expected monthly salary for this position (in USD)?

Please provide your ideal and lowest negotiable salary. For example, Ideal: $1,200 Lowest: $800

Work Location: Remote