Generative AI Data Engineer *

Generative AI Data EngineerCGI is seeking a Generative AI Data Engineer to support the development of scalable data pipelines, cloud-based data solutions, and enterprise Generative AI applications. This is an onsite position at either the RTC or MTC location. This position is required in one of the following locations: Lafayette, LA, Knoxville, TN, Birmingham, AL, Columbia, SC. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $62,900.00 - $86,500.00. CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: Competitive compensation. Comprehensive insurance options. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time. Paid parental leave. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance. Wellness and Well-being programs.Your Future Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe role will focus on building ETL/ELT processes using Python, SQL, and AWS data services, including AWS Lambda, Amazon Redshift, Apache Iceberg, and Amazon Glacier. The engineer will prepare structured and unstructured data for analytics, reporting, machine learning, and Generative AI use cases. Responsibilities will also include integrating LLMs through APIs and managed platforms such as Amazon Bedrock, developing prompt engineering solutions, and supporting Retrieval Augmented Generation applications. The successful candidate will work with embeddings, vector databases, semantic search, and AI quality evaluation techniques such as groundedness, relevance, accuracy, and hallucination detection. This position will collaborate with business stakeholders, data analysts, software developers, and AI/ML teams to translate business needs into reliable technical solutions. The engineer will also support data validation, testing, documentation, security, privacy, governance, and responsible AI practices.Required Qualifications to Be Successful in This Role3–5 years of experience in data engineering, software development, data analytics, or a related technical field. Strong hands-on experience with Python and advanced SQL. Experience developing and optimizing ETL/ELT data pipelines. Knowledge of relational databases, data modeling, stored procedures, and query performance optimization. Hands on experience with AWS data and analytics services, particularly AWS Lambda, Amazon Redshift, Apache Iceberg, and Amazon Glacier. Working knowledge of Generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering. Experience integrating LLMs through APIs or platforms such as Amazon Bedrock, Azure OpenAI, or OpenAI APIs. Understanding of RAG, embeddings, vector databases, and semantic search. Experience with data mapping, data quality validation, automated testing, and data integrity controls. Knowledge of GenAI evaluation methods, including relevance, groundedness, accuracy, and hallucination detection. Understanding of AI security, data privacy, governance, and responsible AI principles. Experience using JIRA and maintaining technical documentation. Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field.What You Can Expect From UsTogether, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.