Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Direct Report
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW
The AI Solutions Engineer designs, builds, and deploys AI-driven solutions. This role takes validated concepts often originating from rapid prototypes or pilot programs and engineers them into scalable, secure, and operational systems. The focus is on applied AI: integrating machine learning, automation, and intelligent services into real-world workflows within a public safety environment. This is a hands on, technical builder role that bridges experimentation and enterprise-grade implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Build & Productionize AI Solutions

• Designs, develops, and deploys AI/ML solutions, such as computer vision, natural language processing, predictive analytics, and automation
• Converts prototypes and proofs-of-concept into stable, scalable applications
• Develops APIs, services, and pipelines to integrate AI into existing systems
• Engineer End-to-End Workflows
• Builds data ingestion, preprocessing, model execution, and output delivery pipelines
• Integrates AI capabilities into law enforcement operational platforms
• Ensures reliability, performance, and maintainability of deployed solutions

Model Integration & Optimization

• Works with pre-trained models, commercial AI services, or custom-built models
• Fine-tunes, optimizes, and evaluates models for accuracy and operational usefulness
• Implements monitoring for model performance and drift over time

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
  • Three (3) or more years of hands-on experience building software or AI/ML solutions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with Python and common AI/ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Experience building APIs and integrating systems (REST, microservices)
• Understanding of data pipelines and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or similar)

PREFERENCES

• Experience with computer vision, natural language processing, or real-time analytics
• Familiarity with video analytics, sensor data, or geospatial data
• Experience in public safety, government, or another regulated environment
• Knowledge of MLOps practices (CI/CD for models, monitoring, versioning)

GENERAL INFORMATION
Work Environment & Physical Demands
• This position operates primarily in a professional office setting.
• Standard use of computers, phones, printers, and related technical equipment.
• The ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds is occasionally necessary.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

Position Type: Professional Staff, Full-time, Exempt
Work Schedule: Typically Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on the department's business needs.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as a defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
• 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
    • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
01

What is the highest level of education you have completed in a specific field related to the area of assignment as it pertains to this position? Please select from below.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency
• Associate's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
• Associate's degree in another field of study
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
• Bachelor's Degree in another field of study
• Not Applicable

02

Which of the following best describes your years of hands-on experience building software or AI/ML solutions?

• Three (3) years, but less than four (4) years
• Four (4) years, but less than five (5) years
• Five (5) years, but less than six (6) years
• Six (6) years, but less than seven (7) years
• Seven (7) years or more
• Not Applicable

03

Do any of the following pertain to you as it relates to this position?Select all that apply.

• Experience with computer vision, natural language processing, or real-time analytics
• Familiarity with video analytics, sensor data, or geospatial data
• Experience in public safety, government, or another regulated environment
• Knowledge of MLOps practices (CI/CD for models, monitoring, versioning)
• Not Applicable