Senior AI Software Engineer

AI Software Engineer

Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid – onsite required)

Duration: 6+ Months Contract to Hire

Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced AI Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team focused on building scalable AI-driven applications and data platforms. This is a hands-on technical role involving backend development, API engineering, cloud architecture, streaming data, and GenAI integrations.

The ideal candidate will work closely with technical leads and product owners to understand requirements, contribute to system design, develop scalable solutions, and support best engineering practices in a collaborative Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs

• Build RESTful APIs using FastAPI and GraphQL APIs using Strawberry

• Develop real-time data pipelines using Kafka or Event Hubs

• Work with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and distributed data systems

• Implement scalable data processing workflows using Spark and Delta Lake

• Utilize Databricks for data engineering and ML workflows

• Integrate LLM APIs such as OpenAI, Llama, or other GenAI platforms

• Deploy and manage applications using Docker and Kubernetes

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on architecture, design, and implementation

• Troubleshoot performance issues and optimize application scalability

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Python and modern web frameworks

• Hands-on experience with FastAPI and GraphQL

• Experience with Kafka or Event Hubs

• Strong database experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB

• Experience with Spark, Delta Lake, and Databricks

• Experience integrating OpenAI, Llama, or other LLM APIs

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure cloud architecture

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

• Strong system design and problem-solving skills

• Experience handling concurrency, multithreading, or distributed systems

Preferred Skills

• Experience with LangChain

• Front-end experience with React, Next.js, or JavaScript

• Telecom industry experience is a plus

Work Model

Hybrid role based in Plano, TX. Candidates should be comfortable working onsite as required.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.