AI Engineer / Forward Deployed Engineer (AI Engineering)

Delan Associates, Inc

• $120K — $145K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of professional software engineering experience
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Experience with AI platforms like GitHub Copilot and OpenAI
  • Hands-on experience with frameworks such as LangChain and AutoGen
  • Strong programming skills in languages like Python and Java
  • Experience building REST APIs and scalable applications
  • Strong understanding of software architecture and cloud-native development

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered developer productivity solutions
  • Build and implement AI agents using modern frameworks
  • Integrate AI solutions with enterprise platforms
  • Develop scalable APIs to support AI-driven workflows
  • Partner with engineering teams to identify automation opportunities
  • Leverage GenAI technologies for software delivery
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with flexible onsite requirements
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technologies
  • Collaborative team environment focusing on innovation
  • Engagement with engineering teams to drive efficiency
  • Access to professional development and training resources
Full Job Description
Job Title: AI Engineer / Forward Deployed Engineer (AI Engineering)
Location: Charlotte, NC OR New York City, NY / Northern New Jersey
Work Model: Hybrid (Approximately 10 onsite days per month)

Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Forward Deployed Engineer (AI Engineering) with 7+ years of software engineering experience and a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs).
The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing and delivering AI-powered developer productivity solutions, building intelligent AI agents, and integrating advanced AI capabilities into enterprise engineering workflows. This position requires strong technical expertise, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate directly with engineering teams to drive innovation and automation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered developer productivity solutions.
  • Build and implement AI agents using modern agentic frameworks.
  • Integrate AI solutions with enterprise platforms and software development tools.
  • Develop scalable APIs and applications that support AI-driven workflows.
  • Partner closely with engineering teams to identify automation opportunities and improve developer efficiency.
  • Leverage GenAI technologies to create innovative solutions for software delivery and operational excellence.
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes to ensure seamless deployment and scalability.

Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs).
  • Experience working with one or more of the following AI platforms:
    • GitHub Copilot
    • OpenAI
    • Azure OpenAI
    • Claude
    • Gemini
    • AWS Bedrock
  • Hands-on experience building AI agents using frameworks such as:
    • LangChain
    • LangGraph
    • CrewAI
    • AutoGen
  • Strong programming skills in one or more of the following:
    • Python
    • Java
    • Go
    • TypeScript
    • C#
  • Experience building REST APIs and scalable enterprise applications.
  • Strong understanding of software architecture, cloud-native development, and system integration.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience integrating AI solutions with:
    • GitHub
    • Azure DevOps
    • Jira
    • ServiceNow
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
  • Experience working directly with engineering and product teams in agile environments.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

What You'll Bring
  • Passion for AI innovation and developer productivity.
  • Ability to rapidly prototype and deploy AI-driven solutions.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence technical teams and drive adoption of AI technologies.

Experience Required: 7+ Years Overall | 2+ Years in GenAI/LLM Technologies

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