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ACL Digital

Artificial Intelligence Engineer

On site

Columbus, United states

Junior

Freelance

14-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Python CI/CD DevOps Docker Kubernetes Monitoring Research Training PyTorch Scikit-Learn TensorFlow Azure AWS Software Development cloud platforms Data Science OpenAI Langchain Large Language Models CI/CD Pipelines

Job Specifications

Job Title: AI Engineer

Duration: 6 months plus extendable contract

Location: Columbus, OH 43201 OR Chantilly, VA OR Crystal City, VA

Type of Work: Only on W2 basis

Job Description

We are seeking an AI Engineer to design, develop, and deploy secure, innovative AI solutions leveraging generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and modern cloud platforms.
This role requires a strong foundation in AI/ML engineering, software development best practices, and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating across diverse teams.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Integrations: Design and implement AI solutions integrated with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS, ensuring scalability and security.
AI & ML Pipeline Development: Build and optimize end-to-end AI pipelines and ML workflows for training, fine-tuning, and deploying models.
LLM Development: Fine-tune foundation models and/or train custom LLMs; integrate LLMs into enterprise applications and systems.
Generative AI Solutions: Leverage LLMs and related frameworks for application and systems development.
Secure-by-Design Development: Implement robust security practices in software development using modern, high-level languages.
Performance Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of AI/ML pipelines, model performance, generative AI capabilities, and code quality; iterate for continuous improvement.
AI Engineering Operations: Apply MLOps and AI engineering best practices, including containerization, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
Technical Documentation: Produce clear, comprehensive documentation and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Mentorship & Peer Training: Provide guidance, mentorship, and training for team members and peers to foster knowledge sharing and skill development.
Research & Innovation: Participate in research and development initiatives, pilot programs, and innovation sprints to explore Client AI capabilities and opportunities.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience; or a master’s degree with 1+ year of experience in AI/ML-focused development
Demonstrated experience with cloud-based AI/ML services and tools in Azure and/or AWS environments.
Hands-on experience with GenAI frameworks (e.g., OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face), LLMs, and agent frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Semantic Kernel).
Proficiency in Python and related AI/ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and DevOps for ML (MLOps) practices.

Experience

Proven track record in designing AI/ML pipelines and deploying AI solutions.
Hands-on experience with LLM fine-tuning, generative AI, and secure software development.
Familiarity with DevOps/MLOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD).

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Python and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn.
Experience with OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain, Semantic Kernel.
Knowledge of cloud platforms: Azure, AWS; exposure to Power Platform and Microsoft Copilot is a plus.
Strong communication skills and ability to advocate for projects and departmental goals.

Regards

Satya S

Sr. Operations Manager

Phone #: 408-755-3025

Satyanathan.s@acldigital.com

About the Company

ACL Digital is a design-led Digital Experience, Product Innovation, Solutions, and Consulting offerings leader. From strategy, to design, implementation, and management we help accelerate innovation and transform businesses. Keeping customer journeys and design at the core, it is committed to enable large Enterprises, SMBs and start-ups to transform. A pioneer in delivering Business Innovation, Integration and Transformation through disruptive technologies, ACL Digital brings in competitive advantage, innovation, and fresh p... Know more