Applied AI Engineer

The Phoenix Group; New York; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Group in New York is seeking an experienced AI leader to build tailored AI agents and applications addressing complex business needs. You will lead greenfield AI projects from concept through production deployment, shaping our broader AI strategy.

This role requires hands-on software development, deep knowledge of agent-based AI, NLP, ML, and model deployment, plus a proven track record of delivering AI solutions in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on software development experience in building and scaling AI solutions.
• Deep understanding of agent-based AI, NLP, ML, and model deployment.
• Proven ability to lead projects from concept to production.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with creative AI thinking.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create tailored AI agents and applications.
• Lead greenfield AI projects from concept to production deployment.
• Prototype using emerging AI tools and models and integrate across platforms.
• Develop reusable components, frameworks, and best practices to accelerate adoption.
• Design and maintain shared AI infrastructure to improve data integration and software development efficiency.

Skills

Agent-based AI

NLP

Machine learning

Model deployment

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Creative thinking

Software development

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

What You’ll Do Day-to-Day:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and end users to create tailored AI agents and applications addressing complex business needs. Lead and contribute to greenfield AI projects, from conceptualization through to production deployment, shaping our broader AI strategy. Prototype using emerging AI tools and models, integrating solutions across platforms with a focus on usability, scalability, and impact. Develop best practices, frameworks, and reusable components to accelerate AI adoption and improve productivity. Build foundational AI components such as agent frameworks, reusable skills, and retrieval systems that underpin innovative applications. Design, develop, and maintain shared AI infrastructure and agentic systems to enhance data integration and software development efficiency.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive hands-on experience in software development, especially in building and scaling AI solutions at product, system, or organizational levels.
• Deep understanding of AI technologies, including agent-based systems, natural language processing, machine learning, and model deployment.
• Proven ability to lead projects from concept to production in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with creative thinking in AI applications.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with emerging AI tools, frameworks, and model capabilities.
• Familiarity with enterprise AI infrastructure and scalable system architecture.
• Knowledge of data integration techniques and retrieval systems.
• Prior involvement in defining AI strategies and best practices at an organizational level.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• Prior professional experience working on AI-driven projects, with a demonstrated record of deploying impactful AI solutions.
• Open to candidates across various experience levels who excel in collaborative, innovative settings.

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.