Client: NYC agency Title: AI Prompt Engineer / RPA Implementation Specialist Pay Rate Range: $65.00 - $70.00 Job Type: Contract – thru June 2026, strong possibility of extension Location: Long Island City, NY (Queens) Work Mode: hybrid – 3 days a week onsite Interview Mode: 1-2 rounds via MS Teams– must be on camera. AI interference will lead the interviewers to cancel the interview immediately. Job Description: A NYC agency located in Long Island City, NY is looking for a AI Prompt Engineer / RPA Implementation Specialist. This role combines cutting-edge AI capabilities with robotic process automation to drive digital transformation across their organization. The ideal candidate will have expertise in designing AI agents, crafting effective prompts, and implementing automated solutions in their Windows-centric environment with Linux integration. Overview: The agency is embarking on a data modernization initiative to accelerate its data strategy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, data was the life blood of the agency’s response to making informed data-driven decisions and policies that directly impacts the lives of New Yorkers. These included operational data in our vaccination campaign at the Vaccine Hubs, distribution strategy throughout the city’s vaccine infrastructure, as well as health equity data breaking down lab tests, positive cases, hospitalizations, deaths, and vaccination rates by age, place, and race. The agency is embarking on a data modernization initiative to move from siloed and brittle public health data systems to connected, resilient, adaptable, and sustainable systems. This initiative is not just about technology, but also about putting the right people, processes, and policies in place. The agency's modernization strategy focuses on key areas in data collection, storage, processing (including transformation, standardization, matching, deduplication), data integration and exchange, data analysis and data reporting and visualization The DMI initiative will allow the agency to build up foundational technology capabilities within the Division of Information Technology. This includes increasing capacity, knowledge, and experience with Azure cloud technologies within the broader NYC cloud and cybersecurity infrastructure and all within the context of public health. Job Duties: AI Prompt Engineering & Agent Development: • Design and develop AI agents using Azure OpenAI services and large language models (Nice to have) • Create, test, and refine prompts for optimal AI model performance and accuracy • Implement generative AI solutions with Azure OpenAI Service • Apply prompt engineering techniques to enhance model outputs and reduce hallucinations • Develop conversational AI interfaces and intelligent automation workflows RPA Implementation & Management: • Design, develop, and implement automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate • Create both attended and unattended robotic process automation solutions • Develop desktop flows and cloud flows for comprehensive automation coverage • Integrate RPA solutions with existing business applications and systems • Troubleshoot and maintain automation solutions for optimal performance System Integration & Development: • Integrate AI agents with APIs, databases, and enterprise systems • Develop automation solutions that work across Windows and Linux environments • Create and maintain documentation for all automation processes and AI implementations • Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify automation opportunities Qualifications and Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field • 2-5 years of experience in automation, RPA, or AI development • Experience with business processes and workflow optimization • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise applications Required Technical Skills: Core Programming & Development: • Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript, C#, or Java • Microsoft .NET Framework expertise, particularly Visual Basic .NET • SQL for database management and data manipulation • HTML/CSS for web-based automation and interface development AI & Machine Learning: • Azure OpenAI platform experience with GPT models and embeddings • Natural Language Processing (NLP) using frameworks like NLTK, SpaCy, or Hugging Face Transformers • Prompt engineering techniques and best practices • Machine learning concepts and model implementation • Computer vision for image recognition and processing tasks Microsoft Power Platform: • Power Automate (both desktop and cloud flows) • Power Automate Desktop for RPA development • Power Apps and Dataverse integration • AI Builder for incorporating AI capabilities into workflows Azure Cloud Services: • Azure OpenAI Service deployment and management • Azure Functions for serverless computing • Azure Logic Apps for workflow automation • Azure Active Directory for authentication and security • Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and deployment Integration & API Skills: • RESTful API design and integration • SOAP services integration • JSON data handling and manipulation • API authentication methods (OAuth, API keys) • Webhook implementation and management Data & Analytics: • Data manipulation using tools like Pandas and NumPy • Excel automation and data analysis • Data visualization with tools like Matplotlib • Database management and SQL querying • Statistical analysis and data modeling Required Business & Technical Skills: Process Analysis & Documentation: • Business process mapping and analysis • Workflow design and optimization • Process documentation and technical writing • Process mining and improvement methodologies System Architecture & Design: • Solution architecture design and implementation • System integration planning and execution • Scalability and performance optimization • Security best practices and implementation Project Management: • Agile/Scrum methodologies • Version control with Git and collaborative development • CI/CD pipeline understanding and implementation • Testing and quality assurance practices Platform-Specific Requirements: Windows Environment: • Windows Server administration and automation • PowerShell scripting and automation • Windows Task Scheduler and service management • Remote Desktop and unattended automation setup Linux Environment: • Linux command line proficiency • Shell scripting (Bash/Shell) • Linux system administration fundamentals • Cross-platform automation tools and techniques Soft Skills: • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Stakeholder management and business requirement gathering • Training and mentoring abilities for user adoption • Cross-functional collaboration with technical and business teams Problem-Solving & Analytical: • Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities • Analytical mindset for process improvement • Troubleshooting and debugging skills • Adaptability to new technologies and methodologies Preferred Qualifications: Certifications: • Microsoft Certified: Power Automate RPA Developer Associate • Azure OpenAI or Azure AI certifications • UiPath, Blue Prism, or Automation Anywhere certifications • Microsoft Azure fundamentals or associate-level certifications Additional Experience: • Citrix or VDI environment automation experience • SAP or ERP system integration • Machine learning model deployment and monitoring • Document processing and OCR technologies