Backend AI Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Engineer to design, build, and scale AI-powered services. This role will focus on developing robust backend systems that support LLM-driven applications, integrating machine learning models, and delivering secure, high-performance APIs in a cloud-native environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop scalable backend services using Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django
Build and deploy AI/ML and LLM-powered applications, including prompt orchestration and RAG architectures
Develop and maintain secure, high-performing RESTful APIs
Deploy and manage ML models in production environments
Architect and optimize data storage solutions across relational, NoSQL, and vector databases
Implement containerized solutions using Docker and cloud-native orchestration tools (ECS/EKS)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
Ensure code quality through testing, automation, and best engineering practices

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
4+ years of backend development experience, including 2+ years working with AI/ML or LLM-based systems
Strong proficiency in Python and API development
Hands-on experience with AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, S3, SageMaker, Bedrock)
Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases; familiarity with vector databases preferred
Knowledge of asynchronous programming, event-driven architectures, and distributed systems
Solid understanding of testing frameworks and software development best practices

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with PySpark, Databricks, or distributed data processing frameworks
Familiarity with MLOps tools (MLflow, Kubeflow, SageMaker Pipelines) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Experience with streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis) and ETL/data pipeline development
Knowledge of microservices architecture, observability tools, and GraphQL APIs
Background in regulated industries and understanding of data governance and compliance
Exposure to statistical modeling tools such as R or Stata

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of AI innovation, building scalable systems that power next-generation intelligent applications.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AllSTEM Connections is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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AllSTEM Representative Contact Info

Account Executive:


Nichols


Branch Phone:


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Location:


Ontario, CA