Sr AI FDE – 26-03942

VLink, Inc.; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

VLink, Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a Connecticut-based AI-focused team on a 6- to 12-month contract. You will help build, test, and deploy scalable software in an AI environment, collaborating with business stakeholders to deliver value.

The role emphasizes strong full‑stack capabilities, production LLM and agent experience, and dependable, scalable software delivery in an Agile setting.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in senior IC role with ownership of production software.
• Experience with full stack engineering, production LLMs and agent systems, and designing reliable agent workflows.
• Experience with forward deployed or applied AI, retrieval augmented generation (RAG), agent frameworks, and reusable deployment practices.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field.

Responsibilities

• Client and scope problems by observing real workflows and working with business stakeholders.
• Build and review production AI systems, including agent workflows and enterprise integrations.
• Direct agent-assisted delivery at L2 and define outcomes and architectural guardrails for more autonomous development at L3.
• Create evaluation suites to ensure AI systems are accurate, safe, and ready for use.
• Stabilize deployments, hand them to the owning team, and share reusable patterns across the organization.

Skills

Full stack

Production LLM

Agent workflows

System design

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 6-12 months

Pay: $60/hr

About:

VLink, founded in 2006, is a leading global provider of software engineering services with next-gen technologies and best-in-class talent. Our Headquarters are in the U.S, and we have offices in 7+ countries from North America-Europe to APAC, with expansion plans in the Middle East. With over 1,000 employees working globally, VLink has helped SMBs, and large enterprises achieve their business goals, and gained the trust of Fortune-250 companies. VLink is 'Great Place to Work® CertifiedTM' and has been a consistent winner as- Best Places to Work in CT. Trust, collaboration, and accountability are the three elements that are at the core of VLink's work culture. We value our professionals, providing comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for growth.

Future Duties and Responsibilities:

Work in an AI environment with team members and agents

Follow engineering best practices and take pride in it.

Agile Ceremonies – Participate and Contribute

Support QE Testing Volume Testing Implementation Warranty Team Members

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

The FDE works directly inside a business unit or with an external partner to identify an unclear problem, shape the solution, build and deploy production software, and stay accountable through stabilization and handoff. The role combines software engineering, applied AI, and business discovery.

Core responsibilities

Client and scope problems by observing real workflows and working with business stakeholders.

Build and review production AI systems, including agent workflows and integrations with enterprise systems.

Direct agent assisted delivery at L2 and define outcomes and architectural guardrails for more autonomous development at L3.

Create evaluation suits whether AI systems are accurate, safe, and ready for use.

Stabilize deployments, hand them to the owning team, and share reusable patterns across the organization.

Qualification

At least five years in senior individual contributor role and a record of owning production software.

Full stack engineering, production LLM and agent experience, system design for reliable agent workflows, comfort with ambiguity, and clear communication with business stakeholders.

Experience with forward deployed or applied AI work, retrieval augmented generation (RAG), agent frameworks, and reusable deployment practices.

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.

Employment Practices:

VLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This job application process may use AI-powered tools to assist in screening and evaluating applications based on objective, job-related qualifications. AI is used solely to support the recruitment process and all final hiring decisions are made exclusively by our human recruitment team.

Applicant information will be handled in accordance with VLink's privacy policy.

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Sr. Software Engineer

“I truly enjoyed my time working at VLink. The management team is caring, the company is empathetic towards its employees, and the environment is always full of inspirati...

Anees Hameed

“Your contributions are valued, and you can make a difference from any position. We also have an excellent benefits package. I look forward to having a long and a success...

Shivani Sharma

“WE LINK and WE TRANSFORM THE WORLD AROUND US".At VLink, we’re not just building tomorrow’s leaders through the products and services we sell as a technology company – b...

Talin Mundkar

Software Engineer

“When I was first beginning my career, all I was searching for was a company that would support my ambitions for becoming a software developer. With exciting opportunitie...

Sambhavi Gopalakrishnan

Technical Manager

“It’s been wonderful 9 years at VLink. The culture is very positive and transparent. I have had ample opportunities in my career which I am sure I would not have had anyw...

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