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AI Engineer/Architect

OP
Plano, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 4/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2026
We are on the lookout for an AI Engineer / Architect to design, build, and deploy scalable machine learning solutions within a data-driven platform supporting manufacturing and operational analytics use cases. This is a development-focused role with opportunities to contribute to system architecture and design for more senior candidates. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience in machine learning, data pipelines, and cloud-based AI platforms, with the ability to deliver production-ready solutions and collaborate across engineering and data teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models for manufacturing and operational use cases.
  • Develop solutions such as predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, quality analytics, and operational optimization.
  • Build and maintain end-to-end ML pipelines (data ingestion, feature engineering, training, and inference).
  • Develop RAG-based applications using AWS Bedrock and vector databases (OpenSearch / Pinecone).
  • Integrate AI models into production systems and applications.
  • Collaborate with data engineers and software teams to ensure scalable and reliable deployments.
  • Integrate AI models into production systems and applications.
  • Contribute to architecture design, tool selection, and platform best practices.
  • Support best practices in model versioning, testing, and deployment (MLOps).

Required Skills

  • Strong experience in Python for AI/ML development.
  • Experience building and deploying ML models in production environments.
  • Experience with LLMs, RAG architectures, and prompt design.
  • Understanding of data pipelines, feature engineering, and model lifecycle management.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS services, especially Bedrock.
  • Experience with vector databases such as OpenSearch or Pinecone.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with MLOps tools and practices (model deployment, monitoring, CI/CD for ML).
  • Familiarity with streaming or real-time data systems.
  • Experience integrating AI solutions into enterprise applications.
  • Exposure to data platforms and analytics environments.

Nice To Have

  • Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or enterprise environments.
  • Exposure to time-series data or operational analytics use cases.

Benefits

  • 401(k).
  • Dental Insurance.
  • Health insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people.
  • The salary will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Participate in OP monthly team meetings and participate in team-building efforts.
  • Contribute to OP technical discussions, peer reviews, etc.
  • Contribute content and collaborate via the OP-Wiki/Knowledge Base.
  • Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested.

About Us

At OP, we help you harness the power of technology for maximum impact. A technology consulting and solutions company, we offer advisory and managed services, innovative platforms, and staffing solutions across a wide range of fields including AI, cyber security, enterprise architecture, and beyond. For nearly two decades, we ve been challenging the status quo of the consulting industry, serving up fresh, ingenious thinking through a radically lean structure. Together, this strategy delivers unprecedented performance at an unparalleled pace for faster results that propel your business forward.

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