AI Solutions Engineer, Global

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Information Technology Department

The Information Technology Department architects and operates the digital foundation powering Vantage Data Centers' global operations while pioneering the intelligent transformation of how we work. Our integrated IT/AI organization delivers enterprise-grade infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and end-user services with operational excellence, while simultaneously developing artificial intelligence capabilities that drive measurable business value. We are transforming our service delivery model around ITIL best practices, comprehensive automation frameworks, and governance structures that enable both stability and innovation. Our teams collaborate across Infrastructure, Network, Service Desk, IT Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence functions, emphasizing service over technology and recognizing that success is measured by business outcomes rather than technical implementations. This is an exceptional time to join as we fundamentally reshape how technology serves the organization, creating an environment where operational discipline and innovative experimentation work as complementary forces.

Artificial Intelligence Team

The Artificial Intelligence Team exists to amplify human potential through intelligent technology. We're building an AI-powered ecosystem that transforms how Vantage creates value, freeing our people from routine work so they can focus on innovation and strategic thinking that truly differentiates us in the market. Through responsible AI implementation across operations, engineering, and business functions, we're not just automating processes; we're reimagining what's possible when human creativity partners with artificial intelligence. Our approach centers on measurable business outcomes, ethical governance, and creating capabilities that make every team member more effective while positioning Vantage at the forefront of the intelligent infrastructure revolution.

Position Overview

This position is based remotely in the United States.

The AI Solutions Engineer, Global is a hands-on technical builder within Vantage's Accelerators team, responsible for transforming validated business requirements into working AI prototypes that demonstrate tangible value within aggressive 6-week development cycles. This role combines deep expertise in AI/ML technologies, Microsoft 365 ecosystem mastery, and pragmatic software engineering discipline to deliver production-quality code under rapid prototyping constraints. The Solutions Engineer operates at the technical frontline of innovation, making real-time architectural decisions, writing code that balances speed with maintainability, and validating hypotheses through working demonstrations rather than theoretical designs. Success requires the rare combination of technical depth, velocity orientation, and business pragmatism, knowing when to leverage existing platforms versus custom development, when to optimize versus ship, and when technical debt is strategic versus dangerous. This is not research engineering focused on algorithmic innovation; this role delivers practical solutions using proven technologies in novel combinations that solve actual business problems for Vantage's data center operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Design and deliver AI-powered prototypes within 6week sprint cycles, producing production-quality code that demonstrates business value and supports future enterprise productization.

• Build intelligent solutions leveraging the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, including Azure AI Services, Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio, and Power Platform.

• Partner with Accelerators and Navigators to translate validated opportunities into working solutions, providing feedback on feasibility, performance, and implementation complexity.

• Apply SDLC best practices-version control, code reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD-within a rapid prototyping environment to balance quality and speed.

• Produce clear technical documentation (code, APIs, deployment, and architecture decisions) to enable seamless handoff to Development teams.

• Demonstrate prototypes to stakeholders, translating technical capabilities into business value and incorporating feedback into iterative improvements.

• Make pragmatic engineering decisions that balance speed, technical debt, and long-term scalability.

• Develop solutions using Halo and Copilot platforms in alignment with enterprise architecture and platform standards.

Duties

• Develop AI solutions using Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, and modern frameworks, including ML models, agentic systems, NLP, and intelligent automation.

• Integrate Azure AI services such as Azure OpenAI, Azure Machine Learning, Cognitive Services, and Document Intelligence into enterprise-ready solutions.

• Build custom Copilots using Copilot Studio to support conversational AI, workflow automation, and decision support within Microsoft 365.

• Design data pipelines and ETL processes to prepare enterprise data for AI use, ensuring data quality, privacy, and performance.

• Implement APIs, webhooks, and integrations connecting AI solutions with enterprise platforms (Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power Platform, Salesforce, and operational systems).

• Rapidly evaluate and experiment with emerging AI technologies, focusing on solutions suitable for production environments.

• Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing to ensure prototype quality and team capability growth.

• Embed security, privacy, and governance controls from the outset, meeting enterprise compliance standards.

• Create automated tests and validation checks to verify solution accuracy, reliability, and readiness for demonstrations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical and integration issues while documenting learnings.

• Package prototypes with deployment scripts, configuration documentation, and user guides for stakeholder demonstrations.

• Support handoff to Development teams through architecture walkthroughs, documentation, and knowledge transfer.

• Stay current on Microsoft AI platform updates and industry best practices, applying relevant innovations to prototyping efforts.

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or relevant AI/ML certifications preferred.

• Strong hands-on experience building AI/ML solutions using modern frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Semantic Kernel, or similar agentic platforms).

• Proficiency in Python and TypeScript/JavaScript, with a track record of writing clean, maintainable, well-documented code.

• Deep experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Power Platform.

• Experience developing within the Microsoft Copilot ecosystem (Copilot Studio, Microsoft Graph, Teams, SharePoint).

• Solid understanding of machine learning, NLP, retrieval-augmented generation, prompt engineering, and agentic system design.

• Experience with modern development practices including Git, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, infrastructure as code, and cloud-native architectures.

• Strong API and integration experience, including REST services, OAuth/authentication, and enterprise system connectivity.

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality software under tight timelines while balancing speed and technical rigor.

• Familiarity with data center operations, construction workflows, or infrastructure delivery is a plus.

• Knowledge of security, data privacy, and enterprise compliance standards.

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, particularly in complex, integrated environments.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Self-directed, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced, minimally supervised environments.

• Demonstrated growth mindset with enthusiasm for learning, experimentation, and knowledge sharing.

• Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $130,000-135,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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