Agentic AI Technology Lead

Techstra Solutions LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Techstra Solutions LLC is looking for a highly experienced Agentic AI Technology Lead in Pittsburgh, PA. This role involves designing and delivering next-generation AI-driven applications, leading offshore development teams, and implementing advanced AI solutions leveraging platforms like OpenAI and Google Gemini.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI application design, prompt engineering, and team management, as well as passion for driving innovation and technology adoption to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building AI applications using OpenAI (ChatGPT) or equivalent LLM platforms.
• Demonstrated expertise in prompt engineering, API integrations, and AI orchestration.
• Experience managing offshore/global development teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy agentic AI applications leveraging LLM ecosystems.
• Lead the development of AI-enabled solutions using C++, TypeScript, and API-based architectures.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify automation opportunities.

Skills

AI application design

Prompt engineering

C++ programming

TypeScript programming

Python programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

OpenAI (ChatGPT)

Google Gemini

API integrations

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Agentic AI Technology Lead to design, architect, and deliver next‑generation AI‑driven business applications. This role requires a hands‑on technical leader who can translate complex business needs into scalable AI solutions using modern LLM ecosystems such as ChatGPT (OpenAI), Gemini, and other enterprise AI platforms. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in AI application design, prompt engineering, and full‑stack AI solution development, combined with strong leadership experience managing globally distributed development teams in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

AI Solution Architecture & Development

• Design, develop, and deploy agentic AI applications leveraging platforms such as OpenAI (ChatGPT), Google Gemini, and related LLM ecosystems
• Architect end‑to‑end AI‑driven business workflows, including orchestration of multi‑agent systems and tool integrations
• Lead the development of AI‑enabled solutions using C++, TypeScript, and API‑based architectures
• Apply advanced prompt engineering techniques to optimize AI outputs, accuracy, and contextual performance
• Design intuitive user interfaces and application experiences for AI‑powered business tools

Technical Leadership & Delivery

• Act as the technical lead for AI initiatives, making decisions on architecture, tooling, and implementation strategies
• Manage and coordinate offshore development teams, including non‑native English‑speaking engineers, ensuring clarity, efficiency, and delivery quality
• Drive execution within tight timelines and aggressive delivery schedules
• Provide hands‑on support as needed in coding, debugging, and system integration

Business Engagement & Process Analysis

• Collaborate directly with business stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to:
  • Analyze existing business processes
  • Identify automation and AI transformation opportunities
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications
• Operate effectively in a contractor/consultant capacity, adapting to varying client environments and expectations

Security, Compliance & Data Governance

• Ensure strict adherence to security protocols and enterprise standards
• Design and implement solutions that securely handle and process PII (Personally Identifiable Information)
• Apply best practices for data privacy, access control, and risk mitigation in AI systems
• Maintain compliance with internal and regulatory requirements for AI usage and data handling

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience building AI applications using OpenAI (ChatGPT), Gemini, or equivalent LLM platforms
• Strong programming skills in C++, TypeScript, Python
• Demonstrated expertise in Prompt Engineering, API integrations and microservices architecture, AI/LLM orchestration and agent‑based systems

AI & Application Development

• Experience designing and developing AI business applications and intelligent automation use cases
• Strong understanding of Conversational AI design, Context management and memory handling in AI systems
• Experience in application UI/UX design for AI‑driven interfaces is strongly preferred
• Experience managing offshore/global development teams
• Ability to communicate effectively across language and cultural barriers
• Proven track record of delivering high‑quality solutions under tight deadlines

Business & Consulting Skills

• Strong capability in business process analysis and solutioning
• Experience working directly with business stakeholders and SMEs
• Comfortable operating in contract‑based or consulting roles

Security & Compliance

• Deep understanding of Secure application design, PII data handling best practices, Enterprise security protocols
• Experience working within regulated environments is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with agent frameworks (e.g., Copilot, Semantic Kernel, custom orchestration frameworks)
• Familiarity with multi‑agent architectures and RAG (Retrieval‑Augmented Generation) systems
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, GCP, AWS) supporting AI workloads
• Experience in enterprise automation ecosystems (RPA + AI integration)

Locations

Pittsburgh, PA

About Techstra Solutions

Techstra Solutions is a certified woman‑owned (WBENC) management consulting firm specializing in strategy, technology, and implementation services for large organizations undergoing digital and talent transformation. Our experienced team partners with clients to co‑create innovative solutions in applications, data, AI, and automation that accelerate measurable, sustainable change. From advisory consulting through technical execution, we are dedicated to driving world‑class business solutions that fit your strategic requirements and deliver results. For more information: www.techstrasolutions.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Techstra Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes its decisions on merit, and its policy of equal opportunity prohibits discrimination in all phases of the employment process, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, selection, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. The policy of equal opportunity applies without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, military status, veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, alienage or citizenship, domestic partnership status, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected categories under federal, state, or local law. The Company also prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon the perception that a person has, or is associated with a person who has, any of these characteristics.