Position Description: Summary Rios Partners is a mission-driven consulting firm creating positive change by delivering value for our clients, investing in our employees, and solving tough problems that benefit our local and global communities. We ground our approach in empathy, enabling our team members to better hear our customers challenges and co-create effective solutions. As an AI Engineer, you will leverage modern AI toolsincluding Claude, ChatGPT, and other advanced coding assistantsto dramatically increase software development productivity. You will develop AI-enhanced applications, integrate large language models (LLMs) into workflows, and accelerate delivery through AI-driven coding, analysis, and automation. Your work will support mission-aligned projects across healthcare, federal agencies, and regulated environments. Key Responsibilities AI-Accelerated Development Use AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot, Replit Agents, etc.) to generate high-quality code, tests, documentation, and system designs. Rapidly prototype and iterate on features and integrations using AI-assisted workflows. Apply prompt engineering techniques to optimize model outputs, automate tasks, and accelerate development cycles. LLM & AI Integration Integrate LLMs into applications, including RAG pipelines, embeddings search, and agent-based workflows. Implement model evaluation, safety guardrails, and monitoring mechanisms in alignment with regulatory and ethical standards. Software Engineering Develop backend services, APIs, automation workflows, and data pipelines using Python, TypeScript, or similar languages. Perform AI-augmented and traditional code reviews to ensure quality, security, and scalability. Write and maintain documentation with the aid of generative AI tools. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Work with cross-functional teams including product managers, data scientists, and senior engineers. Contribute to agile ceremonies and support continuous improvement initiatives. Actively explore emerging AI capabilities and share learnings with the team. Required Education, Skills, and Experience 14 years of experience in software engineering, machine learning, or automation development. Demonstrated proficiency using AI tools for coding, debugging, refactoring, and documentation. Strong programming skills in Python or JavaScript/TypeScript. Familiarity with LLM concepts (tokens, embeddings, transformers) and modern ML workflows. Experience with Git and modern DevOps tools. Strong problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and communication skills. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance. Preferred Qualifications Experience with LLM frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or Anthropic/OpenAI SDKs. Experience building or maintaining vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS). Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Prior work in healthcare, public sector, or regulated environments. Exposure to RAG systems, agentic workflows, or production-scale AI integrations. Additional Information U.S. work authorization required Travel: Minimal; may vary based on project needs. Seniority Level: Professional Functions: AI Engineering, Software Development Workplace Type: Virtual/Hybrid Additional Information: Benefits Information: Profit-sharing/Performance Bonus: We believe in shared success. Thats why a portion of company profits is distributed to employees each year through our Profit-Sharing/Performance Bonus program. The total amount may vary based on market conditions, company performance, and individual contributionsbut the goal remains the same: to reward the team for our collective achievements. Retirement plan: We help you plan for your future. Rios Partners contributes 3% of your base salary each month to a 401(k) retirement plan, regardless of whether you choose to contribute yourself. You may also make additional contributions. Our 401(k) plan is administered through Fidelity, a leader in retirement planning. Health insurance: Rios Partners Offers health benefits through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). This option empowers employees with more personalized healthcare options. With ICHRA, Rios Partners contributes tax-free dollars toward your health insurance premiums, giving you the flexibility to choose a plan that best fits your needsrather than being limited to a traditional group plan. Vision insurance: Rios Partners offers a vision plan through MetLife that covers eye exams, glasses, contacts and other vision related services. Dental insurance:</stro