Software Engineer

CEI; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CEI is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to support an AI initiative in a flexible, advisory-plus-hands-on capacity. You will validate data architectures, guide data-intensive decisions, and prototype production-ready systems as needed.

Based in Yardley, PA with 100% remote option, the role emphasizes MCP system design, ML workflows, and clear communication to non-specialist stakeholders. W2 contract, 6 months with potential extension or conversion.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience building data-intensive systems.
• Experience designing data pipelines, storage, and retrieval systems at scale.
• Expertise with MCP-based system design and implementation.
• Strong background in classification and related ML pipelines/workflows.
• Deep familiarity with modern AI/LLM system architecture.
• Ability to communicate technical guidance clearly to non-specialist stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate proposed data architectures and system designs for AI/ML solutions
• Provide guidance on best practices for data-intensive AI systems and production readiness
• Advise on Model Context Protocol (MCP) system design and buildout
• Guide classification system design and associated ML/AI workflows
• Serve as a technical sounding board for engineering decisions and tradeoffs
• Implement solutions as needed, from prototyping through production delivery
• Help de-risk major architectural decisions and reduce downstream rework

Skills

Data-intensive systems

Data pipelines

MCP-based design

ML pipelines

AI/LLM architecture

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Back Senior Data Engineer
Application Development Yardley, Pennsylvania Contract 100% Remote Oct 27, 2026

Job at a Glance

• Title: Senior Data Engineer
• Location: Yardley, PA (100% Remote) Must reside in EST or CST time zone.
• Contract: W2 only, 6 month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with the client.
• Pay: $70 - 80/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview
CEI is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to support an AI initiative in a flexible, advisory-plus-hands-on capacity. This role focuses on validating data architecture and guiding data-intensive decisions, with the ability to prototype and build production-ready systems as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate proposed data architectures and system designs for AI/ML solutions
• Provide guidance on best practices for data-intensive AI systems and production readiness
• Advise on Model Context Protocol (MCP) system design and buildout
• Guide classification system design and associated ML/AI workflows
• Serve as a technical sounding board for engineering decisions and tradeoffs
• Implement solutions as needed, from prototyping through production delivery
• Help de-risk major architectural decisions and reduce downstream rework

Required Skills

• 6+ years of experience building data-intensive systems
• Experience designing data pipelines, storage, and retrieval systems at scale
• Expertise with MCP-based system design and implementation
• Strong background in classification and related ML pipelines/workflows
• Deep familiarity with modern AI/LLM system architecture
• Ability to communicate technical guidance clearly to non-specialist stakeholders

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience building production data systems for AI/ML use cases
• Experience with data modeling and retrieval patterns for AI-enabled applications
• Ability to balance architectural validation with pragmatic implementation support

  Why Should I Apply?
  This role offers the opportunity to shape critical AI/data architecture decisions while also contributing directly to hands-on delivery in a modern AI initiative.

  About CEI:
  As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements.
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