Senior AI Engineer

Description Position Overview Seeking an AI Engineer 3 to design, develop, and operate the enterprise AI platform that powers intelligent applications across the organization. This role focuses on building scalable, secure backend AI services, reusable AI capabilities, and platform APIs that application development teams integrate into their solutions. The ideal candidate has experience building cloud-native backend services and production AI systems using technologies such as Model Context Protocol (MCP), agent-based workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and enterprise LLM platforms. This engineer independently delivers complex platform capabilities, mentors junior engineers, and collaborates with architects, product managers, and application development teams. Responsibilities • Design, develop, and deploy reusable AI platform services and backend APIs. • Build scalable backend services that orchestrate enterprise AI capabilities. • Develop integrations with Azure AI Foundry, Anthropic Claude SDK, Azure OpenAI, and other approved AI providers. • Design and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) services and agent-based workflows. • Integrate AI platform services with enterprise data platforms and cloud infrastructure. • Implement observability, monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting for AI services. • Optimize platform performance, scalability, reliability, and cost. • Mentor junior engineers through code reviews and technical guidance. • Collaborate with architects and application teams on solution implementation. • Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and governance standards. Technologies & Platforms • Languages: C#, Python, Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript), RESTful APIs • AI: Azure AI Foundry, Anthropic Claude SDK, Azure OpenAI, MCP, agent workflows, RAG • Cloud: Azure Container Apps, Azure Functions, Docker • Data: SQL, PostgreSQL, Azure SQL • Tooling: LangFuse, Cursor IDE, Git Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience • 2+ years building production AI services, AI platforms, or reusable AI infrastructure • Experience building scalable backend APIs and distributed services • Experience with LLM integrations, MCP, AI workflows, and RAG • Experience with Docker and cloud-native container platforms • Experience building and deploying cloud-native applications • Strong SQL and relational database design skills • Experience mentoring engineers and delivering complex production software Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Azure AI Foundry, Anthropic Claude SDK, or Azure OpenAI • Experience building shared AI platforms, SDKs, or platform APIs • Experience with LangFuse, Prisma or Drizzle, Express or Fastify Familiarity with React and Shadcn UI • Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code #LI-AK Skills Foundry, Azure, C#, .net, React, Typescript, AI, domain driven design, RAG, Microservices, Claude, Cursor, Copilot Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $100.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 23, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.