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Backend AI Architect

Aorzon Technologies Inc
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026

We are looking for a Backend AI Architect to design and lead the development of scalable, high-performance backend systems that power AI-driven applications. This role requires deep expertise in distributed systems, cloud architecture, and integrating machine learning models into production environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and architect scalable backend systems for AI/ML-powered applications
  • Build and optimize APIs and microservices to support AI workflows
  • Integrate machine learning models into production systems (batch & real-time)
  • Define data pipelines for training, inference, and analytics
  • Ensure system performance, reliability, and security at scale
  • Collaborate with data scientists, ML engineers, and frontend teams
  • Lead architecture decisions, code reviews, and technical strategy
  • Implement best practices for CI/CD, monitoring, and observability

Required Qualifications

  • 8 years of backend engineering experience
  • Strong proficiency in Python, Java, or Node.js
  • Experience with AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar)
  • Expertise in RESTful APIs, microservices architecture
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Experience with databases (SQL & NoSQL: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of distributed systems and system design

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience deploying ML models at scale (MLOps)
  • Knowledge of vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS)
  • Experience with LLMs and generative AI systems
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless architectures
  • Background in building real-time data pipelines (Kafka, Spark, etc.)

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