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Lead AI Developer

Quest Global
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Job Requirements

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do

  • Lead the architecture, design, and development of scalable AI and machine learning solutions.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders, product managers, and engineering teams to translate business needs into AI-driven solutions.
  • Work closely with QA engineers, automation engineers, and DevOps teams to augment existing tools and processes with AI capabilities.
  • Lead the design and development of AI/ML models and intelligent automation solutions aligned with business goals.
  • Evaluate and integrate AI tools, platforms, and accelerators into the existing ecosystem.
  • Drive continuous improvement by measuring the impact of AI adoption on defect leakage, automation efficiency, and delivery timelines.

Required Qualifications

What You Will Bring:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science with strong foundation in Data Engineering and Machine Learning
  • 10 years of experience in software engineering, with 4 years in AI/ML
  • Strong programming experience in Python and familiarity with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn.
  • Experience in applying AI within engineering domains such as QA, DevOps, or automation.
  • Experience with Generative AI, LLMs, and AI-powered developer productivity tools.
  • Proven ability to lead initiatives, influence teams, and drive technology adoption.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate operational challenges into AI-driven solutions.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

  • Exposure to AI-driven testing tools (e.g., self-healing automation, intelligent test generation platforms).
  • Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted DevOps (AIOps) and observability platforms.
  • Knowledge of AI governance, ethical AI, and responsible AI practices.
  • Familiarity with PC OEMs/Hi-Tech industry, work experience in PC OEM/ODM companies.

Soft Skills

  • Strong leadership and change management capabilities to drive AI adoption in an established team.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.
  • Problem-solving orientation with a focus on practical, high-impact outcomes.
  • Ability to educate, influence, and inspire teams to embrace new technologies.

Pay Range: $90K- $110K

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000

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