Job Title: AI Engineering Manager

Job Description

As the Manager of Agentic AI Engineering, you will lead a highly specialized team driving the development of cutting-edge AI systems. You will enhance efficiency across three key areas: Data Cleaning, Model Fine-Tuning, and Agentic AI Creation. You will oversee a team of senior engineers and work closely with leadership, product, and research teams to propel the development of pioneering AI systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a cross-functional team focusing on data, model behaviors, and autonomous agents.
• Define and implement the strategic vision for the team, balancing short-term goals with long-term AI development.
• Mentor and guide senior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Act as the liaison between engineering, leadership, and external stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 6 years of experience in AI, ML, or automation, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise across the entire AI lifecycle: data, model tuning, and agent systems.
• Experience with foundational models, RLHF, and multi-agent systems.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, C#, and software development.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Data Cleaning.
• 5 years of experience in Model Fine-Tuning.
• 5 years of experience in Agentic AI Creation.
• 3 years of experience in Project Management.
• 3 years of experience in Team Management.

Work Environment

This role involves desk work in a casual work attire environment with a team of 5 people. No outside technology is allowed inside the building. The organization provides a work phone and lockers in the lobby to store personal items not allowed in the building. Employees must go through security each day when entering and exiting the building.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $195000.00/yr.

Launched in 2024, this plan allows employees to customize their benefits based on personal needs and lifestyle. It includes:

Medical & Insurance: Health coverage, wellness programs, and supplemental insurance.
Family Care: Support for childcare, eldercare, and even pet care (a new addition).
Wellness: Fitness, mental health resources, and travel-related benefits.
Development & Volunteering: Funding for professional development and community service activities.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company 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 would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $130,000 - $195,000