AI Engineer (contract)

AI Engineer (Contract)Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.SummaryAre you a creative, systems-minded professional who thrives at the intersection of writing, logic, and experimentation? This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI-driven content generation within a dynamic gaming studio environment. You will be responsible for designing and refining prompts that power generative content systems, transforming ambiguous ideas into structured, scalable workflows that consistently deliver accurate and engaging results. Operating as a mid-level individual contributor, you will work independently while collaborating with stakeholders to push the boundaries of what AI-generated content can achieve. This is not a traditional writing or engineering role — it is a hybrid discipline that blends creative writing, product thinking, and system design into one exciting and impactful position.Job ResponsibilitiesDesign, write, and iterate on prompts that generate structured, high-quality contentBuild and maintain prompt frameworks that scale across topics and formatsTest outputs, identify failure patterns, and systematically improve resultsDefine rules, constraints, and schemas, including JSON outputs, to enforce consistencyEvaluate content quality across accuracy, engagement, and repeatabilityDevelop new content formats and expand existing onesCollaborate on tooling using structured workflows and generative AI platformsRapidly prototype, validate, and refine ideas through hands-on experimentationRun small experiments to test variations, compare results, and scale what worksCollaborate with stakeholders to define new content types and continuously improve generation qualityRequirements2 or more years of prompt design and iteration experience for generative AI systems, or equivalent hands-on experience2 or more years of experience with structured content and data handling, including JSON, schemas, and rule-based systems2 or more years of analytical problem-solving experience, including testing outputs, identifying failure patterns, and improving systemsExperience with agentic systems or skill-based AI systems is strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to work independently and deliver results with minimal oversightStrong writing ability with an eye for clarity, tone, and engagementSystems thinking with the ability to translate vague goals into structured rules and repeatable outputsExperience iterating on AI prompts or working with generative modelsComfort working with structured data, including JSON, schemas, and validation rulesStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to debug outputs and identify failure patternsBias toward action with a test, ship, and improve mindsetExperience building or scaling content generation systems is a plusFamiliarity with prompt evaluation, scoring, or test harnesses is a plusBackground in games, education, or interactive content is a plusLight scripting or data manipulation experience is a plusAdditional DetailsLocation: RemoteDuration: 1 monthPay Range*: $50 - $57 per hourWeekly Schedule: 40 hoursJob Status: Non-ExemptApplication Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.This Role Is Eligible For The Following BenefitsMedical, dental & visionHospital plans401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Company paid short and long-term disabilityHealth & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)Employee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental LeaveBenefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com. This inbox is monitored solely for accommodation requests. For questions about open roles or to apply, please submit your application through the job posting, as this inbox is not monitored by recruiters and applications sent here will not be reviewed.In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.