AHEAD

Associate AI Engineer

AHEAD$88K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of AI/ML fundamentals including data pipelines and inference workflows.
  • Proficiency in Python and familiarity with frameworks like FastAPI or Flask.
  • Experience with GenAI tools and vector stores such as Pinecone or FAISS.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
  • Understanding of MLOps concepts including version control and CI/CD best practices.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate effectively across teams to build positive relationships.
  • Collaborate on projects and contribute to successful delivery.
  • Demonstrate drive and proactivity in problem solving.
  • Apply creativity and curiosity to find innovative solutions.
  • Analyze issues and make recommendations using sound reasoning.
  • Manage competing priorities and deliver projects on time.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Paid company holidays and time off
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Additional benefits available through the company website.
Full Job Description
Associate AI Engineer

(Internally known as an Associate Technical Consultant)

As an Associate Engineer in LAUNCH, you will start out in a 3-month training program within our Digital Solutions Group (DSG) practice focused on Data solutions. Upon completion of LAUNCH, you will have the opportunity to work on client projects based on skillset, personal interest, and business needs.

Who we're looking for: Think Big, Learn, and Be Curious

  • Innovative Thinkers
  • Enthusiastic Collaborators
  • Creative Problem Solvers
  • Curious Self - Starters


Responsibilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively across teams, and build positive relationships
  • Demonstrate ability to work on teams, collaborate on projects, and contribute to the overall successful delivery of projects
  • Demonstrate drive and proactiveness to get things done, be solutions-oriented, and enjoy solving complex problems
  • Demonstrate resourcefulness, curiosity, creativity, courage, critical thinking, and a desire to use technology to search for new and innovative solutions to problems
  • Exercise sound reasoning, ingenuity, and inclusive perspectives to analyze issues, solve problems and make recommendations
  • Ability to execute, manage competing priorities, and deliver to deadlines


Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of AI/ML fundamentals, including model types (transformers, embeddings, diffusion), data pipelines, and inference workflows
  • Proficiency in Python, with exposure to frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask
  • Familiarity with GenAI tooling (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, etc.) and vector stores (Pinecone, FAISS, Weaviate)
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Understanding of MLOps concepts-version control (Git, DVC), CI/CD, observability, and deployment best practices
  • Experience in at least one of the following:
  • Academic or personal AI/ML projects
  • Internship or co-op in software or data engineering
  • Technical bootcamp or certificate program in AI, ML, or cloud computing
  • Certifications such as AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft MS-900, or GCP Cloud Engineer are a plus
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities
  • U.S. work authorization required


Experience in at least one of the below:

  • Graduated with a degree in technical discipline by 1/11/26
  • Prior intern, co-op, or research experience in IT, software, or relevant field is a plus
  • Successful completion in a technical-related bootcamp


$88,000 - $88,000 a year

The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On-Target Earnings ("OTE") for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Why AHEAD:

Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between.

We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning.

USA Employment Benefits include:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- 401(k)

- Paid company holidays

- Paid time off

- Paid parental and caregiver leave

- Plus more! See benefits https://www.aheadbenefits.com/ for additional details.

About AHEAD

AHEAD is a leading provider of enterprise cloud solutions. The company offers a range of services, including cloud migration, managed services, and consulting. AHEAD works with clients across a range of industries, including healthcare, finance, and retail. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and has additional offices in Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio, and Wisconsin. AHEAD was founded in 2007 and has grown rapidly since its inception. The company has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States by Inc. magazine.
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