Senior Data & AI Engineer

Senior Data & AI EngineerDowntown Chicago | Hybrid (Monday–Wednesday Onsite) | Direct Hire | $150K–$175KTalentFish is casting a line for an exceptional Senior Data & AI Engineer to join one of the most exciting, forward-thinking organizations in the manufacturing industry!This is not your typical engineering opportunity.Our client is a high-growth, employee-owned organization with progressive leadership, a collaborative and genuinely fun work environment, and a reputation for innovation and industry leadership.We're looking for a hands-on builder who loves turning complex data challenges and emerging AI capabilities into real-world business solutions.What You'll Be DoingBuilding scalable data pipelines, analytical models, and reusable data products using Python, SQL, Snowflake, and dbt.Developing Python applications, REST APIs, and data services that connect enterprise systems.Taking machine learning, forecasting, optimization, and Generative AI solutions from concept to production.Implementing automated testing, CI/CD, data-quality controls, monitoring, and modern engineering practices.Partnering with business leaders, data scientists, and engineers to solve meaningful business problems.What We're Looking For5+ years in data engineering, machine learning engineering, software engineering, analytics engineering, or a related technical field.Strong hands-on Python and advanced SQL skills.Experience building production-grade pipelines, cloud data solutions, and integrations across enterprise systems.Understanding of REST APIs, Git, automated testing, CI/CD, and the full software development lifecycle.Experience with Snowflake, dbt, FastAPI, Azure, Terraform, MLOps, or Generative AI is a plus.Manufacturing or supply chain experience is highly desirable, but we're equally interested in curious engineers with strong business acumen and a passion for solving problems.Why This Opportunity Stands Out$150,000–$175,000 annual salary, depending on experience.Direct-hire opportunity with a growing, employee-owned organization.Innovative leadership that embraces new technology and ideas.Opportunity to build meaningful AI and data solutions that directly impact the business.Energetic, collaborative culture where people genuinely enjoy working together.Hybrid schedule: onsite Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday in Downtown Chicago.Important: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.Interested, or know someone who would be a great fit? Let's connect!Lorie GirondaSenior Recruiting Lead | TalentFish?? View email address on click.appcast.io?? talentfish.com | ?? linkedin.com/in/loriegirondaTalentFish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment offers are contingent upon applicable background screening requirements.Hiring #ChicagoJobs #DataEngineering #AIEngineering #Python #Snowflake #MachineLearning #GenerativeAI #TechCareers