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Machine Learning Engineer

Xaxis Solutions
Richmond, VA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026

We are seeking a Machine Learning Engineer with expertise in agentic AI systems to design, build, and deploy next-generation AI solutions. In this role, you will work at the intersection of LLMs, autonomous agents, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and enterprise-scale systems, leveraging Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, and modern orchestration frameworks.

You will collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and application teams to deliver intelligent, production-grade AI agents that integrate seamlessly with business workflows and enterprise data.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

5 years of experience in machine learning, AI engineering, or applied ML

Strong proficiency in Python for ML and backend development

Hands-on experience building LLM-based applications

Practical experience with agentic AI patterns (tool calling, planning, memory, reflection)

Experience with LangChain or similar agent orchestration frameworks

Solid understanding of RAG architectures

Experience with vector databases (e.g., Azure AI Search, Pinecone, etc.)

Familiarity with Azure cloud services and enterprise-grade deployments

Hands-on experience with MCP and/or A2A agent communication frameworks

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement agentic AI systems capable of planning, tool use, memory, and multi-step reasoning

Build and deploy AI solutions using Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio

Develop RAG pipelines integrating structured and unstructured enterprise data

Implement and optimize vector databases for semantic search and long-term agent memory

Orchestrate LLM-based agents using frameworks such as LangChain (or equivalent)

Develop scalable backend services and APIs using Python

Integrate AI agents with enterprise tools, APIs, and workflows

Evaluate, monitor, and optimize agent performance, reliability, and cost

Apply responsible AI principles including security, privacy, and governance

Stay current with advancements in LLMs, agent architectures, and Azure AI services

Preferred Qualifications

Direct experience with Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio

Experience integrating AI agents into enterprise workflows or SaaS platforms

Knowledge of prompt engineering, evaluation frameworks, and guardrails

Experience with CI/CD, MLOps, or AI observability

Understanding of security, identity, and compliance in enterprise AI systems

Nice-to-Have

Contributions to AI prototypes, internal platforms, or open-source projects

Experience moving AI solutions from prototype to production

Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex AI systems to non-experts

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