Advanced Cloud Based Programmer GCP focus Hybrid Long Term Contract

Experienced Recruiting Partners; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Experienced Recruiting Partners in Albany, NY is seeking two Advanced Cloud & Generative AI Developers for a 12-month contract, hybrid with 50% onsite in Albany. You will support and enhance conversational AI solutions and develop new AI-driven capabilities across initiatives.

The ideal candidate has strong GCP and Dialogflow experience, generative AI expertise, and full‑stack development using Python and JavaScript.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and 5+ years related experience.
• 2+ years hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• 2+ years developing chatbots or conversational AI using Dialogflow or similar.
• Experience building Generative AI applications and AI agents.
• Strong understanding of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
• Experience with prompt engineering and optimization.
• Proficiency in Python application development.
• Proficiency in JavaScript for frontend and backend.
• Experience with Git, GitHub or GitLab, and CI/CD tooling.
• Ability to write clean, scalable, well-documented code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain chatbot and virtual agents on Google Cloud Platform.
• Build and support conversational AI applications using Dialogflow.
• Develop and implement Generative AI agents and solutions with modern AI frameworks.
• Design and implement RAG architectures and prompt strategies.
• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs in Python and JavaScript.
• Support existing applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Maintain high-quality, readable, well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and CI/CD activities.
• Contribute to infrastructure automation using Terraform and Git repos.

Skills

GCP

Dialogflow

Generative AI

Python

JavaScript

Terraform

Git

CI/CD

Looker

RAG

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

LookML

Job description

Contract Role

Length: Currently 12 months (potential for ongoing renewals)

Location: Hybrid - Remote + 50% Onsite in Albany, NY

Client is seeking two experienced Advanced Cloud & Generative AI Developers to join a team supporting and enhancing conversational AI solutions.

• These positions are expected to be one-year engagements with the potential for ongoing renewals.
• Team members will work across multiple initiatives, supporting existing chatbot and virtual agent applications while also developing new AI-driven solutions.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), conversational AI development, generative AI technologies, and full-stack application development using Python and JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain chatbot and virtual agent solutions built on Google Cloud Platform.
• Build and support conversational AI applications using Google Dialogflow and related technologies.
• Develop and implement Generative AI agents and solutions leveraging modern AI frameworks and services.
• Design and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and prompt engineering strategies.
• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Python and JavaScript.
• Support existing applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Maintain high-quality, readable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to infrastructure automation and CI/CD processes using Terraform and Git-based repositories.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years related experience.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• 2+ years of experience developing chatbots or conversational AI solutions using Google Dialogflow or similar technologies.
• Experience building Generative AI applications and AI agents.
• Strong understanding of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) concepts and implementations.
• Experience with prompt engineering and prompt optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in Python application development.
• Proficiency in JavaScript development for both frontend and backend applications.
• Experience using source control systems such as Git, GitHub, or GitLab.
• Experience developing and maintaining infrastructure‑as‑code solutions using Terraform.
• Ability to write and maintain clean, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working directly with business stakeholders and customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Google Cloud certifications.
• Experience with Dialogflow CX, Conversational Agents, and Playbooks.
• Experience working with various Generative AI platforms and services.
• Machine Learning or AI model development experience.
• Experience with Looker reporting and LookML.
• Experience designing and deploying cloud‑native applications.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.

Technical Skills

• Cloud Platforms: Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Conversational AI: Dialogflow, Conversational Agents
• Generative AI: AI Agents, RAG, Prompt Engineering
• Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript
• Infrastructure as Code: Terraform
• Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab
• Analytics & Reporting: Looker, LookML
• Development Practices: CI/CD, Code Reviews, Testing, Documentation

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Customer‑focused mindset with experience engaging directly with stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and evolving project requirements.