AI Full stack Software Engineer

McKesson; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking an AI Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions across the full stack—from front-end interfaces to back-end AI model integration.

You will build scalable applications that integrate LLMs and other AI tools, design data pipelines, create prompts, and optimize costs. Hybrid work options in Columbus, OH and Atlanta, GA are available.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of software development experience.
• 2+ years in AI-enhanced applications using LLMs, voice, image, or speech models.
• BS in Computer Science or related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of AI evaluation, RAG, and LLM cost optimization.
• Experience with Python and AI libraries (OpenAI, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with Node.js web apps (Express.js) and cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure).
• Proficient with Git, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver AI-driven enterprise-quality software applications.
• Build scalable applications integrating LLMs and other AI tools into new and legacy codebases.
• Design and optimize data pipelines and datasets for AI system development and testing.
• Communicate modern AI concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Iteratively craft prompts to maximize LLM performance and implement prompt caching.
• Maintain prompt libraries & benchmark performance.
• Fine-tune & serve GPT-family, Llama models and AI agents.
• Prototype co-pilot experiences & autonomous workflows.

Skills

Python

LLMs

RAG

Prompt engineering

AI tools

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Express.js

Node.js

AWS

GCP

Azure

OpenAI API

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

## AI Full stack Software EngineerApply: Hybrid: USA, OH, Columbus: USA, GA, Atlanta: Atlanta, GA, USA - 2 National Data Plaza NE (8821): Alpharetta, GA, USA - 1110 Sanctuary (C099): Full time: Posted Today: JR0155425McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AI Full Stack Software Engineer to join our innovative team at CMM. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying end-to-end AI-powered solutions that enhance our healthcare products and services. You will work across the full stack, from front-end user interfaces to back-end AI model integration and data pipelines. **Responsibilities*** Develop and deliver AI-driven enterprise quality software applications.* Build scalable applications integrating Large Language Models and other AI tools (e.g. voice recognition, document parsing, image parsing, text to speech, RAG) into new and legacy codebases* Design and optimize data pipelines and datasets for AI system development and testing.* Communicate modern AI concepts (LLMs, vector databases etc.) to non-technical audiences* Iteratively craft effective prompts to maximize LLM performance and implement prompt caching strategies* Maintain prompt libraries & benchmark performance* Fine-tune & serve GPT-family, Llama* Develop AI agents Semantic Kernel* Prototype co-pilot experiences & autonomous workflows* Fully document all work at both the code level and application level.* The ability to learn and adapt in a changing environment.* Collaborate with other staff and outside stakeholders on large projects.* Must be passionate about creating solutions and solving complex problems.**Priority will be given to candidates who reside in the Atlanta, GA, and Columbus, OH metropolitan areas.** **We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role presently or in the future**. **Minimum Qualifications*** Minimum 2+ years of experience in Software development.* Minimum 2+ years of experience in developing AI-enhanced applications using LLMs, voice, image, or speech models.* B.S. degree in Computer Science or related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience **Critical Skills*** AI System Evaluation & Optimization: Proficient in sensitivity metrics (precision, recall, F1-score, AUC-ROC) and MLOps for scalable, cost-efficient AI deployment.* RAG Development: Skilled in building RAG systems from scratch or with LangChain/LlamaIndex, using vector databases for context-aware LLM applications.* LLM Cost Optimization: Expert in managing LLM costs (token pricing, input/output rates) via prompt caching, batching, and quantization.* LLM Knowledge: Deep understanding of LLM advancements (GPT-3.5 vs GPT-4 vs o1/”thinking” models) for informed model selection and tuning.* Exceptional analytical skills to extract actionable insights from data* Experience using AI coding tools (e.g. Github Copilot, Cursor, Codeium/Windsurf)* Proficiency in Python and AI related python libraries such as openai, tensorflow, pytorch* Healthcare Domain Expertise, Translate clinical/business needs into AI solutions* Proficiency in creating Node.js web apps (e.g. Express.js)* Experience with cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)* Effective communication skills to collaborate with technical, DevOps and product management teams.* Experience with Git, Docker, and KubernetesWe are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.