AI Builder / Data Engineer

Bud Clary Auto Group; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Bud Clary Auto Group in Washington state is seeking an AI Builder / Data Engineer to design, develop, and support data-driven applications, AI-powered tools, and analytics platforms that improve dealer operations. You will work with the Director of Information Technology to build data pipelines across databases, APIs, CRM and DMS, create dashboards, and automate business processes.

This full-time, on-site role at the Kelso corporate office offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Education or experience in a related technical field preferred, not required.
• Strong interest in AI, software development, automation, and data engineering.

Responsibilities

• Build AI-powered tools, applications, and automations that solve business problems.
• Work with dealership data from databases, APIs, CRM, DMS, and other business systems.
• Develop data pipelines, integrations, and reporting solutions.
• Create dashboards, analytics, and operational insights for business users.
• Build and support AI agents, workflows, and business process automations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to turn ideas into practical solutions.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and recommend improvements.

Skills

AI/ML skills

Data engineering

SQL databases

Python

ETL pipelines

Dashboarding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Azure

LLM platforms

APIs integration

Job description

At Bud Clary Auto Group, a family-owned dealership network in Washington State, our vibrant culture drives success. We maintain a high-performance workplace with exceptional customer service, fostering loyalty and growth since 1959.

We are seeking a motivated AI Builder / Data Engineer who is excited to apply modern AI, automation, and data technologies to solve real business challenges. Working directly with the Director of Information Technology, you will help design, develop, and support data-driven applications, AI-powered tools, business automations, and analytics platforms that improve efficiency across dealership operations.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus an employee assistance program.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k).
• PTO & Paid Holidays: PTO accrual starting from day one of employment - 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked for the first year, 1.63 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked for years 2-9, and 2.39 hours of PTO for every 40 hours worked for 10 or more years of service.

Pay

• $31.25 to $40.87 per hour, depending on experience.
• Full time, onsite at the Kelso corporate office.

What You Will Do

• Build AI-powered tools, applications, and automations that solve business problems.
• Work with dealership data from databases, APIs, CRM, DMS, and other business systems.
• Develop data pipelines, integrations, and reporting solutions.
• Create dashboards, analytics, and operational insights for business users.
• Build and support AI agents, workflows, and business process automations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to turn ideas into practical solutions.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and recommend improvements.

Some Technologies You Will Work With

• Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL
• Azure services and cloud platforms
• Python and PowerShell, other scripting languages
• APIs and integrations
• Internal and commercial LLM platforms
• Workflow automation tools and business intelligence solutions

Who We Are Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Education or experience in a related technical field preferred, not required.
• Strong interest in AI, software development, automation, and data engineering.
• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and desire to learn.
• Self-motivated individual who enjoys building solutions and continuously improving processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Bonus Experience

• Generative AI and LLM platforms
• Prompt engineering and AI agent development
• Dashboarding and reporting tools
• React or modern web development frameworks
• CRM, ERP, or Dealership Management Systems

What Success Looks Like

You will help transform business processes through intelligent automation, AI-powered solutions, and data-driven decision making. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across AI, application development, integrations, databases, analytics, and cloud technologies while making a measurable impact on the business.

Bud Clary Auto Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability, or any other protected status. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, and more. We uphold a harassment-free environment for everyone, including vendors, contractors, and other non-employees.

Bud Clary Auto Group uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.