Machine Learning Engineer/AI Engineer

Job#: 3038483 Job Description: AI Application Developer / Python Engineer Location: Hybrid Onsite Requirement: 3 days per week Duration: Contract Position Overview We are seeking an experienced AI Application Developer / Python Engineer to support an internal portal platform initiative focused on improving how developers discover, onboard, and integrate with common enterprise capabilities. This role will help build AI-enabled solutions that allow capability consumers to find and onboard to shared services, while also enabling capability producers to register and manage their offerings. The ideal candidate will have strong Python development experience, hands-on experience with LLMs and prompt engineering, and practical knowledge of Azure OpenAI, agentic systems, APIs, and cloud-based application delivery. Key Responsibilities • Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, refinement, reviews, and retrospectives. • Work with product owners, architects, and engineering teams to understand requirements and refine user stories. • Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-enabled application features for internal portal platforms. • Build solutions using Python, LLMs, prompt engineering, Azure OpenAI SDKs/APIs, and related AI technologies. • Develop and integrate REST APIs to support application functionality and platform capabilities. • Support the implementation of agentic systems and Model Context Protocol concepts where applicable. • Create scalable, maintainable code aligned to enterprise development standards. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, validate functionality, and support deployments. • Contribute to technical design discussions, code reviews, and continuous improvement of the platform. • Help ensure AI solutions are built with appropriate security, compliance, and reliability considerations. Required Qualifications • Strong proficiency in Python. • Hands-on experience working with large language models (LLMs) and prompt engineering. • Experience with Azure OpenAI SDKs, APIs, and deployment strategies. • Knowledge of agentic systems and Model Context Protocol (MCP). • Experience with cloud integration, REST APIs, and containerization tools such as Docker and/or Kubernetes. • Ability to design, develop, test, and deploy application features in an Agile environment. • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications • Experience developing enterprise AI applications. • Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG). • Understanding of vector databases and data pipelines. • Knowledge of security and compliance considerations related to AI systems. • Experience supporting internal developer platforms or self-service technology portals. Interview Process • 1–2 interview rounds. • Video interview conducted through a team meeting format. • Interviews will be primarily technical, with approximately 10% real-time draft coding. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. 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Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered. UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems. © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved. Everforth Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of Everforth, Inc. NYSE: EFOR 4400 Cox Road Suite 200 Glen Allen, Virginia 23060 Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.