AI Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

This role offers the chance to lead by example, acting as both a subject matter expert and a hands-on engineer, while driving innovative AI-driven solutions. You will work closely with clients and stakeholders to design and deliver impactful products that leverage the latest in cloud, AI, and machine learning technologies.

In Short

• Design and develop RESTful APIs in Python (FastAPI) to serve AI models and integrations.
• Build intelligent features using Azure AI services, including Azure Machine Learning, Cognitive Services, and Azure OpenAI.
• Deploy scalable applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Azure App Service.
• Partner with product owners, designers, and engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Implement secure, maintainable, and testable cloud-based applications, following best practices in observability and reliability.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps for efficient deployments.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing technical leadership and strategic guidance.
• Mentor and upskill peers and client teams, promoting Agile, DevOps, TDD, and CI/CD practices.
• Explore and evaluate emerging technologies across AI, ML, Cloud, and IoT.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in Python with production-level experience building APIs, ideally using FastAPI.
• Hands-on experience with Azure AI services (Machine Learning, Cognitive Services, OpenAI).
• Proven ability to deploy applications in Azure cloud environments.
• Solid understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform or ARM templates a plus).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas.
• Preferred: experience with MLOps or data engineering, integrating ML workflows into production.
• Preferred: familiarity with modern frontend frameworks (React) for full-stack contributions.

Benefits

• Competitive industry salary.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance effective from day one.
• 401k match with immediate vesting.
• Profit sharing bonus program.
• $1500 annual professional development stipend.
• Quarterly event stipend for team-led activities.
• Paid parental leave, vacation (2–5 weeks depending on level), holidays, and bench time.
• Paid flex time for training, blogging, speaking engagements, and thought leadership.
• Opportunities for “lunch and learns” and team-building events.
• Work-life balance with a small company feel and high employee retention.
• Recognition as one of Cincinnati’s Best Places to Work.