AI Solutions Engineer

Zoetis, Inc; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K with match & profit-sharing

4 weeks of vacation

Job summary

Zoetis, Inc is seeking an AI Solutions Engineer to join the Analytics Strategy and Innovation team in Parsippany. You will design, build, and deploy generative AI solutions and proofs of concept, collaborating with data scientists, product managers, and engineers to solve complex problems and deliver scalable, impactful AI products.

The role blends solution architecture, software engineering, and data science, leveraging NLP, computer vision, and other generative AI techniques.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in software engineering or AI/ML engineering roles.
• Proven experience deploying generative AI solutions.
• Strong communication for diverse audiences.
• Experience with cloud AI services and data processing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop generative AI solutions and PoCs.
• Architect scalable AI models and pipelines.
• Integrate NLP/vision into production apps (Django).
• Evaluate cloud services and ensure data governance.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers in agile teams.
• Monitor performance and optimize AI systems.

Skills

Generative AI

Python

Terraform / DevOps for AI

TensorFlow / PyTorch

Cloud platforms (Azure AWS GCP)

AI model deployment

NLP / computer vision

Data processing (Pandas, PySpark)

CI/CD

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Django

Azure Databricks

Azure Cognitive Services

OpenAI models (GPT, Claude)

Apache Spark

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

We are looking for a talented and versatile AI Solutions Engineer to join our Analytics Strategy and Innovation team. This role uniquely blends solution architecture, software engineering, and data science to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge generative AI solutions that drive business transformation.

As a AI Solutions Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical delivery of innovative AI-driven products and proofs of concept, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and create scalable, impactful solutions. Your expertise will help us harness the power of generative AI to unlock new insights, automate processes, and enhance decision-making across the organization.

Position Responsibilities

• Design & Develop Generative AI Solutions
• Architect, build, and optimize generative AI models and pipelines tailored to business needs.
• Develop scalable, production-ready AI applications integrating natural language processing, computer vision, or other generative AI techniques.
• Experiment with state-of-the-art generative AI frameworks and tools to push innovation boundaries.
• Solution Architecture & Integration
• Design robust, scalable architectures for AI-driven applications, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and data infrastructure.
• Evaluate and select appropriate cloud services, APIs, and tools to support AI workflows.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security standards.

Technical Ownership & Collaboration

• Partner with data scientists, product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Provide technical guidance on AI model selection, training, tuning, and deployment strategies.
• Collaborate in agile teams to deliver high-quality AI solutions iteratively.
• Performance Monitoring & Optimization
• Monitor model performance and application metrics to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Continuously optimize AI models and system components for efficiency and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in production environments.

Innovation & Knowledge Sharing

• Stay current with advances in generative AI, machine learning, and related technologies.
• Share knowledge and best practices across the team and broader organization.
• Contribute to building a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering or AI/ML engineering roles.
• Proven experience developing and deploying generative AI or advanced machine learning solutions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Passion for innovation and applying AI to solve real‑world business challenges.
• Strong collaboration skills with Product Owners and cross‑functional teams.
• Passion for driving technical excellence, operational efficiency, and delivering impactful products.
• Proven success working in and promoting a rapidly changing, collaborative, and iterative product development environment.
• Technical Skills Requirements
• Hands‑on experience with generative AI models (e.g., OpenAI models like GPT, Whisper, RealTime, and Claude, Gemini), natural language processing and prompt engineering.
• Hands‑on experience deploying and scaling AI solutions into web apps or enterprise applications (e.g. Django framework).
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.
• Strong familiarity with cloud platforms and services (preferably Azure, AWS, or GCP) and AI‑related tools (e.g., Azure Databricks, Azure Cognitive Services).
• Experience with large‑scale/distributed computing environments (e.g., Apache Spark).
• Proficiency in DevOps practices for AI/ML model deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Expertise in data manipulation and processing using tools like Pandas, PySpark, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices including version control (Git), testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid foundation in statistics, experimental design, and model evaluation metrics.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work in fast‑paced, cross‑functional teams.

Physical Position Requirements

• Parsippany Preferred location
• Hybrid Office work (or home office, if remote)
• Ability to travel occasionally for field visits, training, or meetings (less than 10% of time)

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $105,000 - $151,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

This position is also eligible for short‑term incentive compensation.

This position is also eligible for long‑term incentives.

In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit‑sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.

Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more.

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