ML Engineer

Job#: 2089395 Job Description: Ford Motor Company Hybrid On-Site Dearborn, MI $60-70/HR Contract Position Description: The Global Data Insight & Analytics organization is looking for a Software Engineer to help build and drive thedevelopment of generative AI applications that will transform the future of mobility. In this role, you will work in adynamic, cross-functional team, collaborating directly and continuously with engineers, business partners, productmanagers, and designers. You will be responsible for developing cutting-edge generative AI applications andsystems that can be deployed across various domains within Ford, enabling smarter decision-making, enhancingcustomer experiences, and optimizing operations.Position Responsibilities: • Work closely with Tech Anchors, Product Managers, and Product Owners to deliver generative AI solutions on GCP using Python and a modern, full-stack architecture. • Work with software and ML engineers to tackle challenging problems in building and deploying agentic AI solutions. • Design, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, managing configurations for dev, staging, and prod environments. • Maintain and manage current CI/CD ecosystem and tools. • Find ways to automate and continually improve current CI/CD and release processes. • Examine, inspect code and scripts, and resolve issues across the full application stack. • Help innovate and standardize development practices for building cloud-native AI products. • Experiment, innovate and share knowledge with the team. • Lead by example in the use of Paired Programming and Test-Driven Development for cross-training, problem-solving, and speed to delivery. • Leverage latest ML / GenAI / agent frameworks to build complex AI workflows.Basic Qualifications: • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering or a similar technical discipline. • 3+ years of work experience as a backend software engineer in Python with exceptional software engineering knowledge. • 2+ years of experience with Cloud Engineering, with familiarity in at least one major cloud platform (GCP, AWS, Azure). • Experience with cloud services, preferably GCP Services like Vertex AI, Cloud Function, Cloud Run, BigQuery etc. • Advanced working knowledge of object-oriented/object function programming languages: Python, C/C++. • Strong proficiency with web frameworks and REST API (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, Django). • Experience/understanding in MLOPs, Gen AI, AI agents. • Experience with ML workflow orchestration tools: Airflow, Kubeflow etc. • Experience in DevOps and CI/CD principles: Jenkins, Tekton, Cloud Build, GitHub Actions etc. • Experience in container management solutions: Kubernetes, Docker. • Experience with scripting language: Bash, PowerShell etc. • Experience with Infrastructure as Code: Terraform etc.Desired Skills: • A Masters degree focused in Computer Science / Machine Learning or a related field. • Experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) – specifically a broad range of compute, data and messaging services like GKE, CloudSQL, BigQuery, Firestore, Pub/Sub, Memorystore, and Elasticsearch. • Hands-on experience with agentic AI frameworks: LangChain, LangGraph, ADK, CrewAI etc. • Experience building and deploying serverless applications on Cloud Run. • Experience in programming concepts such as Paired Programming, Test-Driven Development, etc. • Knowledge of coding and software craftsmanship practices. • Must be a quick learner and open to learning new technology. • Experience applying agile practices to solution delivery. • Must be team-oriented and have excellent oral and written communication skills. • Must be a self-starter to understand existing bottlenecks and come up with innovative solutions. Skills Required: Python, GCP, REST APIs, Full Stack Education Required: Bachelors Degree 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. 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. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide. Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated. NYSE: ASGN 4400 Cox Road Suite 200 Glen Allen, Virginia 23060 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] (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 Apex Systems.