Blend360

Ai Engineer

Blend360 • $100K — $150K *
Columbia, MD 21044In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 3+ years in applied machine learning focusing on NLP, transformers, or generative AI systems.
  • Hands-on experience with LLM libraries (e.g. LangChain, OpenAI API) and services (Azure, AWS).
  • Experience in designing multi-step agents that safely integrate LLMs with APIs and tools.
  • Proven record in building and deploying machine learning models in production environments.
  • Fluent in Python with a focus on clean, modular coding practices.
  • Strong ability to design and track ML experiments using performance metrics.
  • Experience deploying AI applications in cloud environments with CI/CD knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement production-ready AI solutions using LLMs and generative tasks.
  • Design and iterate on workflows to enhance AI model accuracy and efficiency.
  • Create multi-step agent systems for managing complex tasks and reasoning chains.
  • Deploy models and AI pipelines ensuring reliability and scalability in production.
  • Build evaluation frameworks for assessing model performance against key metrics.
  • Integrate safety guardrails and safeguards for AI agent interactions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality AI features.

Benefits

  • Work on a greenfield data platform built from the ground up, not inheriting a legacy system.
  • Influence design decisions by reporting directly to the Technical Architect.
  • Be part of a collaborative team that values data integrity and innovative solutions.
  • Engage with complex problems across diverse data domains.
  • Enjoy a culture that prioritizes skill and craft over workplace politics.
Full Job Description
Job Description

We're growing our AI team to drive innovation in Generative AI. As an Applied AI & Prompt Engineering, you will design, build, and deploy LLM-powered solutions that directly impact our products and users. You'll work hands-on with LLMs, transformers, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and AI agents, collaborating with Engineering to bring prototypes all the way to production and take ownership of their ongoing maintenance, enhancement, and evolution.

What You'll Do
  • Architect and implement production-ready AI solutions involving LLMs, transformer-based models, retrieval systems, agentic workflows, and AI agents for generative tasks and automation.
  • Design and iterate on prompts, workflows, and RAG pipelines to improve accuracy, cost-efficiency, latency, and safety.
  • Design and build multi-step agentic systems that break down complex tasks, invoke external tools or APIs, manage state, and handle reasoning chains robustly.
  • Deploy models and GenAI pipelines in production environments (API, batch, streaming), ensuring reliability and scalability.
  • Build and maintain evaluation frameworks to measure model grounding, factuality, latency, and cost.
  • Develop and integrate guardrails (e.g., prompt-injection protections, content moderation, output validation), and safeguards for agent loops (e.g., loop prevention, tool call limits, state validation).
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and ML Ops to deliver high-quality AI features end-to-end.


Qualifications
  • 3+ years applied machine learning, with hands-on focus on NLP, transformers, or generative AI systems.
  • LLM and Agent Tools: Hands-on experience with LLM-related libraries (e.g. LangChain, LlamaIndex, OpenAI API, CrewAI, or similar) and services (Azure Prompt flow, AWS Bedrock agents, or similar)
  • Agentic Systems: Experience designing multi-step agents that combine LLM reasoning with tool/API calls, with safeguards against errors, loops, and unsafe tool use.
  • ML Foundations: Proven experience building and deploying machine learning models to production (API, batch, or streaming).
  • Coding: Fluency in Python, with clean, modular, production-grade code practices.
  • Experimentation: Strong ability to design and analyze ML experiments; track performance using metrics, not gut feel.
  • Deployment: Ability to develop, deploy and monitor AI-powered applications in cloud environments (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP) using APIs, batch, or streaming architectures. Familiarity with containerization, versioning, and CI/CD.
  • Responsible AI: Experience implementing privacy, bias mitigation, safety guardrails, or related practices.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Expertise in transformer-based models and LLM architectures.
  • Ability to bridge rapid prototyping and production deployment - you own what you build through to live systems.
  • Strong collaborator who thrives at the intersection of DS + Engineering.


Additional Information
  • Work on a high-impact, greenfield data platform you're not inheriting someone else's mess, you're building the right way from the start
  • Report directly to the Technical Architect with real influence over design decisions
  • Work alongside a team of sharp, collaborative practitioners who care about doing data right
  • Tackle meaningful, complex problems across a diverse range of data domains
  • Competitive compensation, flexible work environment, and a culture that values craft over politics
  • The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, training, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range and determining factors for compensation are considered for each individual circumstance. BLEND360 also offers a competitive benefits program to meet the health and financial well-being of our team and their families. You can look forward to a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, commuter benefits, spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, and EAPs. This position has the possibility of being converted to full time.

About Blend360

Blend360 Vision is to build a company of world-class people that helps our clients optimize business performance through data, technology and analytics.

Blend360 Careers

There has never been a more opportune time to join the dynamic team at Blend360, a leader in data science and analytics solutions. As the demand for innovation and leadership in the data-driven decision-making sphere grows, Blend360 continues to expand its team of professionals.

Work You’ll Do

Join Blend360’s esteemed team to assist some of the most prominent companies in navigating their data-centric challenges and opportunities. At the forefront of technology and consulting, Blend360 stands out for its commitment to growth and excellence in the digital age. Lead in a unique role that intersects technology, industry expertise, and digital innovation. Engage with a diverse team of business and technology advisors helping clients advance their capabilities in data analytics and consumer insights. Collaborate with a group of over 300 dedicated professionals who specialize in creating measurable impact through robust data solutions.

Blend360 Employment Opportunities

The company is actively building a market-leading team to drive digital transformation and deliver targeted solutions across various industries. Blend360 offers a range of job opportunities, from full-time positions to internships, each designed to foster professional and personal growth.

Innovate and Grow

At Blend360, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's the cornerstone of the company’s operations. Employees are encouraged to bring fresh ideas to the table, leveraging their skills to enhance project outcomes and drive industry leadership.

Cultivate Your Career

Blend360 is committed to supporting its team’s career aspirations with extensive training, development programs, and diversity training. The company’s culture is built on the principles of open communication, mutual respect, and continuous learning.

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Blend360 not only offers competitive benefits but also provides a platform for professionals to advance their careers through continuous learning and networking opportunities. Whether you’re seeking a leadership role or an entry-level position, Blend360 equips its team members with the tools needed for success.

The Blend360 Advantage

With a commitment to diversity and innovation, Blend360 creates an environment where all employees can thrive. The company’s leadership is dedicated to fostering a culture where creativity and strategic thinking are at the forefront of decision making.

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