AI Engineer

Apex Systems is looking to hire a REMOTE AI Software Engineer (Agentic AI) .

This assignment is anticipated to be a 6month contract with strong potential for extension; however, Apex Systems cannot guarantee the length of this assignment.

This position is fully remote with a standard Monday-Friday schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain AIdriven software solutions that support and enhance enterprise operational workflows.
• Build AI agents using modern techniques such as prompt engineering, RetrievalAugmented Generation (RAG), agent orchestration frameworks, function calling, evaluation methods, and guardrails.
• Apply strong software engineering, DevOps, and security best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control, testing strategies, and secure coding standards.
• Design and implement data pipelines and models that power AI solutions, partnering with data engineering teams as needed to ensure scalability, reliability, and data quality.
• Develop AI services and integrations using Python , SQL , and web frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI .
• Package and deploy AI solutions using containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes .
• Collaborate closely with business, product, and technical stakeholders to understand use cases and translate needs into effective AI solutions.
• Partner with infrastructure, security, and data teams to define technical requirements and ensure smooth system integration.
• Communicate project status, risks, and needs to leadership and stakeholders.
• Take ownership of projects endtoend with minimal supervision.
• Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, pairing, and architectural guidance.
• Stay current on emerging AI technologies and contribute to the evolution of internal AI platforms and practices.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in software engineering, AI/ML engineering, or data science, with at least 1 year focused on agentbased or LLMdriven solutions.
• Handson experience with AI agent frameworks or SDKs.
• Familiarity with agent communication or coordination protocols.
• Strong experience working in cloud environments (GCP preferred; AWS or Azure acceptable).
• Proficiency in Python , API development, SQL , system design, and DevOps/AIOps practices.
• Experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing deployed AI or software solutions.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex, openended problems.

Nice to Have:

• Advanced degree in a relevant technical field.
• Experience with advanced AI techniques such as model finetuning or custom algorithm development.
• Exposure to enterprise operational systems or platforms.
• Experience with modern cloud data platforms.
• Handson experience with managed AI platforms and tooling.

Why Work for Apex Systems:

• We offer weekly pay, direct deposit, competitive pay rates
• Health/Medical benefits, Life Insurance, 401k, Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Discounts to most major certification programs, access to multiple technical training platforms and programs

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.


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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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