AI Programmer/Developer

Apache Stainless Equipment Corporation; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Stainless Equipment Corporation is seeking an AI Programmer to design, develop, and implement AI solutions that enhance operations and decision-making. You will build AI-powered applications, automate processes, and integrate AI with existing systems.

The role requires strong Python, SQL, API development, and experience with AI frameworks, along with a passion for solving business challenges through innovative technology. Collaboration across IT, Operations, and Finance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Equivalent experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-powered applications and tools.
• Build custom AI agents, assistants, and automation solutions.
• Develop and maintain AI models and workflows.
• Optimize AI system performance, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code.
• Develop integrations between AI platforms and business systems.
• Create APIs and services that support AI functionality.
• Participate in application architecture and technical design decisions.
• Prepare, clean, and organize data for AI applications.
• Develop solutions that analyze and interpret business data.
• Create reporting and visualization tools that support decision-making.
• Support predictive analytics and forecasting initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual business processes.
• Develop intelligent workflows using AI and automation technologies.
• Improve efficiency by reducing repetitive tasks and streamlining operations.
• Collaborate with departments to understand business requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Follow company standards regarding data privacy and cybersecurity.
• Ensure AI solutions are developed responsibly and ethically.
• Maintain documentation of AI systems, processes, and configurations.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Work closely with IT, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and other departments.
• Provide technical support for AI applications.
• Assist in training users on AI tools and best practices.
• Stay current on emerging AI technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Python programming

SQL

API development

Git version control

Debugging & troubleshooting

OOP concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng/Data Science/IT

Equivalent experience may be considered

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-Learn

Azure AI Services

Power BI

Power Automate

Microsoft Copilot Studio

C# / JavaScript / .NET

Job description

The AI Programmer will design, develop, and implement Artificial Intelligence solutions that improve business operations, increase productivity, and support strategic decision-making. The AI Programmer will be responsible for creating AI applications, developing intelligent automation solutions, integrating AI technologies with existing business systems, and supporting the organization’s digital transformation initiatives. Strong programming skills, experience with AI technologies, and a passion for solving business challenges through innovative technology solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

AI Application Development

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-powered applications and tools.
• Build custom AI agents, assistants, and automation solutions.
• Develop and maintain AI models and workflows.
• Optimize AI system performance, accuracy, and efficiency.

Programming & Software Development

• Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code.
• Develop integrations between AI platforms and business systems.
• Create APIs and services that support AI functionality.
• Participate in application architecture and technical design decisions.

Data Management & Analytics

• Prepare, clean, and organize data for AI applications.
• Develop solutions that analyze and interpret business data.
• Create reporting and visualization tools that support decision-making.
• Support predictive analytics and forecasting initiatives.

Automation & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to automate manual business processes.
• Develop intelligent workflows using AI and automation technologies.
• Improve efficiency by reducing repetitive tasks and streamlining operations.
• Collaborate with departments to understand business requirements and deliver effective solutions.

AI Governance & Security

• Follow company standards regarding data privacy and cybersecurity.
• Ensure AI solutions are developed responsibly and ethically.
• Maintain documentation of AI systems, processes, and configurations.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as needed.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with IT, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and other departments.
• Provide technical support for AI applications.
• Assist in training users on AI tools and best practices.
• Stay current on emerging AI technologies and industry trends.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Equivalent experience may be considered.

Experience

• 2+ years of software development experience preferred.
• Experience working with Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning technologies.
• Experience developing business applications and system integrations.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles.

Technical Skills

Required

• Python programming
• SQL and database management
• API development and integration
• Git version control
• Software debugging and troubleshooting
• Object-oriented programming concepts

Preferred

• Machine Learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn)
• Microsoft Azure AI Services, AI Foundry, Microsoft Foundry
• Microsoft Copilot Studio
• Power Automate
• Power BI
• C#, JavaScript, or .NET development
• Cloud computing platforms
• Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Prompt engineering
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent analytical thinking
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language

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