Generative AI Engineer

Apex Systems; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Generative AI Engineer in Charlotte, NC, offering a hybrid work model under a 12-month contract. The role focuses on designing and implementing enterprise AI solutions using Copilot, Azure AI, and modern AI tech to boost productivity and automate processes.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in related fields; 2+ years with Generative AI/LLMs, Copilot, and enterprise delivery is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, AI/ML, cloud engineering, or automation.
• 2+ years of experience with Generative AI, LLMs, or Microsoft Copilot technologies and delivering enterprise-scale AI solutions.

Skills

Microsoft Copilot

Azure OpenAI

Prompt Engineering

RAG

AI Agents

REST APIs

Power Platform

Git

DevOps

Java

JavaScript

Azure Cloud

Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Data Science/IS/Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Azure OpenAI Services

Azure Copilot Studio

Job description

Job#: 3053042

Job Description:

Generative AI Engineer

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Contract

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking an AI Engineer with expertise in Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and AI-powered automation. This role will focus on designing, developing, and implementing enterprise AI solutions. The position involves leveraging Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI services, and modern AI technologies to enhance productivity, automate business processes, and drive innovation.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field is required. A Master's degree is preferred.

Experience: Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, AI/ML, cloud engineering, or automation. This includes 2+ years of experience with Generative AI, LLMs, or Microsoft Copilot technologies and a background in delivering enterprise-scale AI solutions in complex environments.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft 365 Copilot
• Microsoft Copilot Studio
• Azure OpenAI Services
• Azure AI Foundry / Azure AI Studio
• Prompt Engineering
• Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
• AI Agents and Agentic Workflows
• Java or JavaScript
• REST APIs and AI Integrations
• Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI)
• Git, CI/CD, DevOps Practices
• Azure Cloud Services
• Data Analytics and AI Monitoring

AI & Machine Learning Knowledge

• Large Language Models (GPT, Claude, Gemini, Llama)
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)
• Vector Databases
• Embeddings and Semantic Search
• Fine-Tuning and Model Evaluation
• Responsible AI and AI Governance
• Prompt Engineering Best Practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kubernetes/OpenShift and containers.
• Experience implementing AI solutions in highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of AI security, model risk management, and governance frameworks.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.