AI Engineer

Infratech Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

InfraTech Solutions seeks an AI Engineer to architect smart software and automate workflows in a 6-month contract-to-hire role on-site in New York, NY. You will blend full-stack development, cloud architecture, and practical AI across core platforms to streamline operations.

The role focuses on delivering dependable software with embedded ML capabilities, REST/GraphQL APIs, and secure authentication. Collaboration across teams and adherence to FERPA standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development, automation engineering, or enterprise integration experience.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering or equivalent.
• Deep hands-on coding background with Python or Node.js.
• Full-stack software experience across frontend and backend.
• RESTful API development and enterprise platform integration.
• Experience with educational technology software (LMS/SIS).
• Cloud deployment familiarity (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of OAuth 2.0, JWT, OpenID Connect, SAML.
• NoSQL/SQL databases and data synchronization.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Build, optimize, and support internal utilities, web tools, and backend services using Node.js, Python, and modern JavaScript environments.
• Embed conversational interfaces, large language models, automated decision frameworks, and smart virtual assistants into production systems.
• Create robust software architectures and optimized data structures for efficient workflows.
• Construct and support GraphQL endpoints, REST interfaces, middleware, and webhooks linking core platforms with external services.
• Link core platforms with educational software (Canvas, PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Moodle, Google Classroom, Blackbaud).
• Develop serverless logic with Azure Functions, AWS Lambda, or Google Cloud Functions; utilize event-driven pipelines.
• Establish automated workflows, API-centric pipelines, and ETL routines for continuous data extraction and synchronization.
• Host, deploy, and maintain systems across AWS, GCP, and Azure.
• Implement security, user authorization, and authentication frameworks (SAML, OpenID Connect, JWT, OAuth 2.0) with FERPA compliance.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and cross-functional teams to identify requirements and guide deployment.

Skills

Python

Node.js

Full-stack development

REST APIs

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)

NoSQL/SQL databases

OAuth 2.0 / JWT / OpenID Connect / SAM

Asynchronous processing / messaging

Education tech exposure

GraphQL

Webhooks

Azure Functions / AWS Lambda / Google

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

GraphQL

Azure Functions

AWS Lambda

Google Cloud Functions

React

Kafka

Redis Pub/Sub

RabbitMQ

Job description

AI Engineer

Location: New York, NY (On-site)

About the Opportunity

A mission-focused organization seeks an engineer to architect smart software, corporate system connections, and automated workflows. This 6-month contract-to-hire engagement brings together full-stack engineering, cloud architecture, and modern artificial intelligence to bridge core organizational platforms and streamline operations. The role focuses on delivering dependable full-lifecycle software while embedding practical machine learning capabilities across existing systems.

Responsibilities

• Build, optimize, and support internal utilities, web tools, and backend services using Node.js, Python, and modern JavaScript environments.
• Embed conversational interfaces, large language models, automated decision frameworks, and smart virtual assistants directly into production systems.
• Create robust software architectures alongside optimized data structures to power efficient operational workflows.
• Construct and support GraphQL endpoints, RESTful interfaces, middleware solutions, and webhooks connecting core platforms with external services.
• Link operational platforms and educational software, facilitating dependable data flow across tools such as Canvas, PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Moodle, Google Classroom, and Blackbaud.
• Construct serverless logic with Azure Functions, AWS Lambda, or Google Cloud Functions, alongside event-driven pipelines utilizing message brokers.
• Establish automated workflows, API-centric pipelines, and ETL routines for continuous data extraction, transformation, and sync.
• Host, deploy, and maintain systems across major cloud providers such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure.
• Implement security mechanisms, user authorization, and authentication frameworks involving SAML, OpenID Connect, JWT, and OAuth 2.0 while adhering to FERPA standards.
• Partner with infrastructure, engineering, and cross-functional partners to identify requirements, diagnose integration defects, and guide solutions through deployment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software development, automation engineering, or enterprise integration experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or an equivalent technical field, or corresponding work background.
• Deep hands-on coding background utilizing Python or Node.js.
• Demonstrated background crafting full-stack software spanning frontend interfaces and backend layers.
• Track record of constructing RESTful APIs and connecting enterprise platforms.
• Prior exposure to educational technology software, specifically learning management systems or student information platforms.
• Working familiarity deploying within Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Working knowledge of asynchronous processing, messaging backbones, and event-driven architecture.
• Understanding of modern access protocols, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, OpenID Connect, or SAML.
• Experience utilizing NoSQL or SQL databases along with data synchronization processes.
• Skilled at autonomous problem resolution, verbal and written communication, and software troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background engineering tools that incorporate generative AI, chatbots, intelligent automation, or large language models.
• Practical knowledge of modern web client frameworks such as React.
• Hands-on familiarity with message systems like Redis Pub/Sub, Kafka, or RabbitMQ.
• Exposure to container workflows, serverless patterns, and cloud orchestration.
• Familiarity using API documentation and testing utilities including Swagger/OpenAPI or Postman.
• Experience working with data processing frameworks like Talend or dbt.
• Background working within nonprofit, education, or mission-focused environments.

Pay: $75 to $80 per hour

For InfraTech's benefits, please go to https://www.infratechsolutions.com/consultant-info.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, ethnic origin, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

InfraTech Solutions, a member of the Objective Partners family of specialized talent solution providers, uses AI-assisted tools, including Alex by Apriora, to support our recruiting process. These tools may review application materials and analyze interview responses to provide insights about a candidate's experience and qualifications. AI output informs our recruiters; decisions about whether to advance or present a candidate are made by people. Learn more about our use of AI, including how to request an accommodation: https://www.infratechsolutions.com/ai-in-our-hiring-process.

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