AI Data & Tools Engineer
We're seeking a multifaceted AI Data and Tools Engineer to rapidly develop and deploy intelligent tools that leverage big data infrastructure and modern AI architectures. This role combines strong software engineering fundamentals with the ability to build production-ready AI applications at speed, including integration with Model Context Protocol (MCP) systems.
Description
The AI Data & Tools Engineer will play a critical role in building the next generation of intelligent data tools and AI-powered applications. You'll work at the intersection of large-scale data infrastructure, modern AI/ML systems, and user-facing applications to create tools that accelerate productivity and enable data-driven decision making across the organization.
In this role, you'll architect and implement end-to-end solutions that process massive datasets, integrate with modern AI models and frameworks, and deliver intuitive interfaces for both technical and non-technical users. You'll have the opportunity to work with the latest AI technologies including LLMs, vector databases, and AI agent architectures, while employing enterprise-scale data platforms.
This position requires a unique blend of skills: the engineering rigor to build scalable, production-grade systems; the AI/ML expertise to efficiently harness modern models and frameworks; and the product sensibility to create tools that people actually want to use. You'll be empowered to move quickly, make pragmatic technical decisions, and ship impactful solutions iteratively.
","responsibilities":"Design, develop, and deploy production-ready AI-powered tools and applications that tackle real business problems
Build and integrate Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers to enable AI assistants and agent-based workflows
Implement AI agent architectures with tool-calling capabilities for autonomous task execution
Create intelligent data processing pipelines that leverage LLMs, embeddings, and retrieval systems
Architect and implement scalable data pipelines using big data technologies (Spark, Kafka, streaming platforms)
Build integrations with cloud data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift) and data lakes
Build responsive web applications and user interfaces using modern frameworks (React, Vue, Angular)
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Design and implement RESTful APIs and data exchange protocols for AI systems
You will build and maintain ML pipelines from data ingestion to model deployment
Deploy and supervise ML models in production environments
Work closely with data scientists, product managers, and collaborators to understand requirements
Prototype rapidly to validate concepts and gather feedback
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency with big data technologies (Spark, Kafka, or similar streaming platforms)
Experience with data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift) and data lakes
Familiarity with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
Understanding of LLMs, vector databases, and retrieval systems
Experience with Model Context Protocol (MCP) integration and server development
Knowledge of AI agent architectures and tool-calling patterns
Experience building web applications with modern frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular)
Basic UX/UI design sensibilities for internal tooling
Experience with real-time data processing and analytics
Background in building developer tools or internal platforms
Familiarity with AI/ML operations (MLOps) practices (experience using Airflow)
Experience building MCP servers and integrating with AI assistants
Knowledge of structured data exchange protocols and API design for AI systems
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of software development experience with strong coding practices
MS/CS degree
Proficiency in Python, with additional experience in React/JavaScript
Experience with version control, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines
Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
Familiarity with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
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Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion
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