Lead Generative AI Engineer

Apex Systems, LLC; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Lead Generative AI Engineer in Columbus, OH to design and build multi-agent AI orchestration platforms and automation frameworks. You will develop enterprise-grade full-stack applications that enable AI-powered experiences and collaborate with product, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver new capabilities.

You will design Generative AI solutions using modern agent frameworks, drive scalability and security, and rapidly prototype AI deployments to improve

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience developing enterprise web applications.
• Experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js, Next.js, Tailwind, and Bootstrap.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience building Generative AI applications.
• Experience with OpenAI Agent Frameworks, LangChain, LangGraph, or similar technologies.
• 5+ years designing and building scalable, secure, high-performance enterprise applications.
• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of: work/consulting experience, training, military experience, education.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance multi-agent AI orchestration platforms and automation frameworks.
• Develop enterprise-grade full-stack applications supporting AI-powered experiences.
• Design and implement Generative AI solutions using modern agent frameworks.
• Partner with product, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver innovative AI capabilities.
• Drive technical excellence, scalability, security, and performance across solutions.
• Rapidly prototype and deploy AI solutions to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Consult on and analyze complex, multi-faceted software engineering challenges.
• Contribute to resolution of complex situations requiring policy/compliance understanding.

Skills

Full-Stack Dev

Python

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

React/Next.js

Generative AI

LangChain/LangGraph

Agent-based workflows

CI/CD

Tools

OpenAI Agent Frameworks

LangChain

LangGraph

React

Job description

# Lead Generative AI EngineerApply**Job#: 3053700****Job Description:****Job Title : Lead Generative AI Engineer****Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite)****Pay Rate: $69/hr - $72/hr on W2****Contract Length: 12 Months****Note: We are not able to consider C2C or third-party submissions**Role OverviewJoin a team building the future of enterprise AI. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will design and develop multi-agent orchestration platforms, intelligent automation solutions, and enable AI solutions that streamline workflows and accelerate delivery. You will work at the intersection of software engineering, Generative AI, and automation to create scalable solutions that drive measurable business impact. This role involves consulting on complex initiatives with broad impact and large-scale planning for software engineering.Key Responsibilities* Build and enhance multi-agent AI orchestration platform and automation frameworks.* Develop enterprise-grade full-stack applications supporting AI-powered experiences.* Design and implement Generative AI solutions using modern agent frameworks.* Partner with product, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver innovative AI capabilities.* Drive technical excellence, scalability, security, and performance across solutions.* Rapidly prototype and deploy AI solutions that improve productivity and efficiency.* Consult on and analyze complex, multi-faceted, larger-scale software engineering challenges.* Contribute to the resolution of complex situations requiring a solid understanding of function, policies, and compliance requirements.Required Qualifications**Full-Stack Development*** 7+ years of experience developing enterprise web applications.* Strong experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js, Next.js, Tailwind, and Bootstrap.**Generative AI Engineering*** 2+ years of hands-on experience building Generative AI applications.* Experience with OpenAI Agent Frameworks, LangChain, LangGraph, or similar technologies.* Experience designing agent-based workflows, automation, and AI-powered solutions.**Enterprise Application Development*** 5+ years designing and building scalable, secure, high-performance enterprise applications.**General Experience*** 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work or consulting experience, training, military experience, education.* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver results with minimal oversight.Preferred Qualifications* 2+ years of experience with public cloud platforms and AI solution deployment.* Experience with cloud-native architectures, CI/CD, and enterprise integration patterns.Compensation & BenefitsA comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees. *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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**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 [e-mail] 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.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Columbus, OH, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** September 25, 2026**Pay Range:** $69 - $74 per hour