Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer / AI Product / Python / LLMKennett Square, PennsylvaniaHybridFull Time$200k - $225kThis employer is hiring an AI Solutions Engineer for a direct hire role based in Kennett Square, PA (2 days onsite per week). This position sits at the intersection of software engineering and business consulting, focused on building practical AI solutions that improve real-world workflows. You'll be working heavily with Python, modern web technologies, and large language models to create scalable applications—from early prototype through full production deployment. This is a high-impact, client-facing role where you'll partner directly with stakeholders to identify inefficiencies and turn them into AI-driven solutions. The environment is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, ideal for someone who enjoys owning problems end-to-end and seeing their work drive measurable business outcomes. If you like moving quickly, working close to the business, and shipping real AI products—not just experiments—this is a strong fit.Required Skills & Experience7+ years of software engineering experience, with some client-facing or stakeholder interactionStrong Python development experience and ability to build production-ready systemsHands-on experience working with LLMs (prompting, RAG, or similar patterns)Proven ability to take solutions from concept/prototype into productionExperience designing scalable systems and integrating with existing applicationsStrong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with non-technical teamsExperience with APIs, data pipelines, and structured/unstructured dataDesired Skills & ExperienceExperience with JavaScript/TypeScript or full-stack developmentExposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Familiarity with vector databases, embeddings, or semantic searchBackground in consulting, startups, or fast-paced environmentsIndustry experience in financial services, real estate, or private equityExperience building internal tools, automation workflows, or AI-driven productsWhat You Will Be DoingTech BreakdownAI / LLM-based development (RAG, agents, workflows): 40%Backend engineering (APIs, data, systems): 30%Architecture and system design: 15%Frontend / user-facing features: 10%Cloud and infrastructure: 5%Daily ResponsibilitiesBuild and deploy AI-powered applications end-to-end: 35%Partner with stakeholders to define and scope solutions: 20%Design system architecture and integration approaches: 15%Rapidly prototype and iterate on new ideas: 15%Optimize and maintain production systems: 15%The OfferBase salary up to $225,000Direct hire opportunityHybrid schedule (2 days onsite in Kennett Square, PA)Full benefits package (health, dental, vision)401(k) with matchPaid time off and company holidaysOpportunity to work on high-impact AI initiatives in a growing environmentSpecialization:Python