Software Developer II (AI/Machine Learning Focus)

Location: Austin, TX (Onsite / Hybrid)Duration: 4-Month Contract, with possible extensionInterview Process: In-Person OnlyWork Authorization: Must currently reside in Texas (Local Candidates Only)About the RoleWe are seeking a Software Developer II with a strong background in AI/ML engineering to support the design and development of advanced, AI-driven solutions. This role focuses on building autonomous systems and intelligent workflows that enhance productivity and support data‐driven decision‐making.This position offers a mix of onsite and hybrid work, with flexibility determined by the hiring manager.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and implement AI‐driven software solutionsBuild and manage autonomous agent workflows and RAG (Retrieval‐Augmented Generation) systemsCollaborate with developers, UX designers, and business/system analystsTest, evaluate, and optimize new and existing programsEnsure governance, security, and cost efficiency in AI implementationsQualificationsRequired (4+ years experience)AI/ML engineering or advanced data scienceBuilding and deploying production‐grade autonomous agentsContext engineering and LLM integrationExperience with tools such as LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, or AutoGPTDeveloping RAG architectures using vector databasesProficiency in Python and AI/ML libraries (OpenAI, Hugging Face, Azure AI)Integrating LLMs via APIsAI governance, model lifecycle management, and evaluationImplementing Model Context Protocol (MCP)AI safety, guardrails, and content filteringData privacy and handling sensitive data (PII/PHI)Preferred (2+ years experience)Multi‐agent or autonomous workflow systemsLLM cost optimization and performance tuningEnterprise AI deployment and scalability#J-18808-Ljbffr