Applied AI Engineer

Applied AI Engineer KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. Duration: Through 5/29/27 Location: Onsite 2 - 3 days in Tampa, FL or Nashville, TN, candidates must be local and open to up to 10% travel Requirements: Experience building, delivering, or supporting AI-enabled solutions using Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, AI Agents, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, AI orchestration frameworks, or related AI technologies in enterprise environments. Understanding of Responsible AI principles, including AI governance, security, privacy, transparency, human oversight, and model evaluation best practices. Demonstrated ability to effectively leverage AI tools and assistants to improve individual productivity, accelerate delivery, enhance decision-making, automate routine tasks, and improve quality across day-to-day work activities. Strong AI literacy, including the ability to evaluate AI-generated outputs, apply critical thinking and human judgment, and identify appropriate use cases for AI-driven solutions. Preferred: Hands-on experience with Python and/or.NET technologies for developing, integrating, and operationalizing AI-enabled applications and services. Continuous learner with a passion for staying current on emerging AI technologies, practices, and industry trends. Preferred Skills: Experience with Python,.NET, cloud-native application development, APIs, microservices, and modern software engineering practices. Experience with Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Foundry, Microsoft Copilot technologies, AI orchestration frameworks, vector databases, and enterprise AI platforms. Experience developing, integrating, deploying, or operating AI-enabled applications in Azure cloud environments. 6+ years of full-stack software engineering experience with most of the following: Angular, React, NodeJS, Python, C#,.NET, Java, SQL/NoSQL, PyTorch, TensorFlow, LangChain, LangGraph, as well as unit and integration testing frameworks. 3+ years of experience building AI/ML and agentic applications, with hands-on GenAI experience across LLM integration (OpenAI, Anthropic, or open-source models), RAG pipelines, prompt engineering, vector databases, evaluations, and AI agent orchestration. 3+ years of experience with cloud-native engineering, using FaaS, PaaS, or micro-services on any of the cloud hyperscalers such as Azure, AWS, or GCP, including their AI/ML services such as Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, or Vertex AI, plus application-level infrastructure-as-code and cost-aware engineering (FinOps accountability) Prior experience in establishing engineering standards, including actively leading, mentoring, and guiding team members in the adoption and continuous improvement of these standards. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to handle diverse situations, complex projects, and changing priorities, behaving with passion, empathy, and care. Rate: $60 - 80 At KAYGEN, people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and employee-driven culture where every individual is valued, empowered, and encouraged to bring their authentic self to work. Our candidate-first approach means we are committed to understanding your career goals and connecting you with opportunities that align with your aspirations, skills, and potential. Whether you're taking the next step in your career or searching for your dream opportunity, KAYGEN is more than a staffing partner—we're a community dedicated to helping you grow, succeed, and thrive. Join us and discover a place where your talent is recognized, your ambitions are supported, and your future is built alongside a team that invests in your success every step of the way. Benefits: Free Healthcare Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Free Life Insurance Sick Time Off Achieve your Kaizen by clicking here. A unique and exclusive talent community supported by KAYGEN, that includes programs like: Mentorship Program Certifications Referrals Family and Wellness benefits Continuous Growth and Career Development Kaygen