What are the responsibilities and job description for the AI Engineer position at Talon Professional Services?
Job Title: AI Engineer
Workplace Type: Hybrid (Holmdel, NJ)
Employment Type: Contract to Direct Hire (7 months)
Are you a visionary AI professional passionate about transforming the insurance sector with cutting-edge solutions? Join a forward-thinking team at a leading company applying advanced AI and Generative AI technologies to redefine industry standards. This role offers the opportunity to lead innovative projects, work across the full tech stack, and shape the future of insurance products—all within a dynamic, collaborative environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are eager to make a tangible impact, this position is your next big step.
Required Skills:
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience developing large-scale, enterprise-grade applications.
- Proven expertise in Python, with strong object-oriented programming and application design skills.
- Hands-on experience working with Postgres and building web applications.
- Deep understanding of Generative AI solutions, including AWS Bedrock and MCP.
- Expertise in prompt engineering and best practices for AI model deployment.
- Skilled in designing and integrating RESTful APIs.
- Strong debugging, testing, and optimization abilities.
- Familiarity with AWS services and cloud-based deployment.
- Leadership experience managing both on-shore and off-shore engineering teams.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience with LLMs and microservice architecture.
- Knowledge of SOA principles and enterprise software design.
- Professional certifications in cloud or AI technologies.
- Interest in learning new tools, languages, and development workflows.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, IT, or engineering.
- Prior experience in the insurance industry is a plus but not required.
Other Requirements:
- This role involves 2 days onsite at our client’s facility in either Holmdel, NJ or Jersey City, NJ. Flexibility to adapt to project needs is essential.
- A proactive mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster cross-functional collaboration.
Bring your expertise and passion for AI solutions to a team that values innovation and impact. Take the leap and apply now to help shape the future of the insurance industry through groundbreaking AI technology.