Lead AI Engineer

Robotics Technologies; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Robotics Technologies in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lead AI Engineer to design, build, and deploy AI-powered applications and intelligent automation solutions for production-grade services with governance and compliance focus.

You will lead end-to-end development using OpenAI, LLMs, and RAG, and drive AI workflow automation, integration with enterprise systems, and delivery practices. This onsite role is 13 months with potential extension and competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of software development experience.
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Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-enabled applications.
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Skills

Python

C# .NET

Java

REST APIs

AI

CI/CD

Agile

NLP

LLM architectures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or equivalent

Tools

OpenAI

RAG

Job description

Robotics Technologies is seeking a Lead AI Engineer in Phoenix, AZ for an onsite role focused on designing, building, and deploying AI-powered applications and intelligent automation solutions. This engagement supports production-grade AI services with an emphasis on governance and compliance, alongside development of Generative AI and Agentic AI capabilities.

Role Overview

In this position, you will lead the end-to-end creation of AI-enabled systems, from solution design and integration through testing, deployment, and ongoing performance optimization. Work will include building solutions with OpenAI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), as well as implementing AI workflow automation and production delivery practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-enabled applications.
• Build and integrate Generative AI/Agentic AI solutions using OpenAI, LLMs, and RAG frameworks.
• Develop scalable backend services, APIs, and microservices using modern development frameworks.
• Implement prompt engineering, model orchestration, and AI workflow automation.
• Integrate AI models with enterprise applications, databases, and third-party systems.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for AI application deployment and monitoring.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into AI-powered solutions.
• Optimize AI model performance, reliability, scalability, and security.
• Ensure adherence to AI governance, compliance, and responsible AI practices.
• Research emerging AI technologies and recommend approaches to improve business processes.

Requirements

• 14+ years of software development experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with AI/ML or Generative/Agentic AI solutions.
• Proficiency in Python, C# .NET, Java, or similar technologies.
• Experience developing REST APIs and enterprise integrations.
• Knowledge of machine learning concepts, NLP, and LLM architectures.
• Experience with version control, CI/CD, and Agile development methodologies.

Technology Focus

• OpenAI; Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Python; C# .NET; Java
• REST APIs; CI/CD; Agile development methodologies
• NLP; LLM architectures

Location: Phoenix, AZ (onsite). Duration: 13 Months + Extension. Job ID: J54306. Domain exposure: Material. Client: To Be Discussed Later. Employment type: W-2, 1099, C2C. Salary: USD 72–72 per hour. Work authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.