Remote AI Engineer - Special Projects

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Remote-first environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote AI Engineer to join a global team on special and experimental projects. You will develop and test advanced AI models, collaborate with researchers and engineers remotely, and contribute across the entire AI lifecycle from conception to deployment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in AI/ML engineering, strong Python and ML library experience, and familiarity with cloud/MLOps. This remote role offers flexible hours and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, or a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering, with a focus on development and prototyping.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Proven experience in building and deploying complex AI models.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and MLOps best practices is a plus.
• Excellent independent work ethic, communication, and collaboration skills in a remote context.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test advanced AI and machine learning models for novel applications.
• Design and build robust AI systems and prototypes, often working with incomplete specifications.
• Collaborate closely with researchers and other engineers in a remote setting to ideate and execute projects.
• Contribute to all phases of the AI development lifecycle, from conception to deployment.
• Evaluate new AI technologies and methodologies for potential integration.
• Document research findings, code, and system designs effectively.

Skills

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

AI/ML engineering

Cloud platforms

MLOps

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science/AI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and creative Remote AI Engineer to join their dynamic team, focusing on special and experimental projects. This role offers the unique opportunity to work remotely on cutting-edge AI initiatives, exploring new concepts and developing innovative solutions that push technological boundaries. You will collaborate with a diverse, globally distributed team of experts, tackling complex challenges that require novel approaches. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a strong engineering background and a passion for applied AI research and development. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in an environment of rapid exploration and discovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test advanced AI and machine learning models for novel applications.


• Design and build robust AI systems and prototypes, often working with incomplete specifications.


• Collaborate closely with researchers and other engineers in a remote setting to ideate and execute projects.


• Contribute to all phases of the AI development lifecycle, from conception to deployment.


• Evaluate new AI technologies and methodologies for potential integration.


• Document research findings, code, and system designs effectively.

Requirements

• Master\'s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, or a related engineering field.


• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering, with a focus on development and prototyping.


• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).


• Proven experience in building and deploying complex AI models.


• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and MLOps best practices is a plus.


• Excellent independent work ethic, communication, and collaboration skills in a remote context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses tailored for remote employees.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plans.


• Significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development.


• Flexible working hours and a remote-first work environment.


• Chance to work on highly innovative and impactful AI projects from anywhere.