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Apprentice Generative Ai Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

AWS + Generative AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$66.75 - $87.50/hr

We are looking for an experienced AWS + Generative AI Engineer to design and develop secure, scalable, and AI-powered cloud solutions on AWS. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AWS Machine ...

AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... Generative AI / LLMs, including RAG, embeddings, prompt engineering, and agents • Solid ... understanding of data engineering concepts, SQL/NoSQL, and feature pipelines • Experience ...

Role: Agentic AI/AI Engineer - Generative AI & Machine Learning Location:  Schaumburg, IL (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite per Week) Long Term Contract Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and ...

Design and implement machine learning and generative AI solutions using cloud services such as AWS ... Collaborate with data engineering and analytics teams using tools like Power BI, QuickSight, and ...

AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

A Lead engineer responsible for designing, developing, and operationalizing enterprise-scale Generative AI (GenAI) solutions. This position combines deep hands-on expertise in Large Language Models ...

Senior AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

... our generative AI document assistant, as well as document classification, extraction, and LLM ... Applying modern engineering practices for production AI systems, including containerized services ...

Senior AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

... our generative AI document assistant, as well as document classification, extraction, and LLM ... Applying modern engineering practices for production AI systems, including containerized services ...

Smart IMS Inc. is a company seeking an AI Engineer to contribute to AI development initiatives. The ... generative AI, LLM integration, and modern AI frameworks. • Ability to develop AI-driven tools ...

AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills Data science; statistical modeling; machine learning; generative AI; agentic AI; NLP; LLMs; prompt engineering; RAG; autonomous decision frameworks; Python/R/SQL ...

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How much do apprentice generative ai engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice generative ai engineer in Chicago, IL is $18.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $22.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Apprentice Generative Ai Engineer vs Junior Data Scientist?

AspectApprentice Generative Ai EngineerJunior Data Scientist
Required CredentialsBasic understanding of AI, programming, and machine learning fundamentalsBachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field
Work EnvironmentHands-on training in AI development teams, often in tech companies or startupsData analysis, modeling, and reporting in various industries
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies focusing on AI products, research labs, startupsFinance, healthcare, marketing, and other data-driven sectors

The Apprentice Generative Ai Engineer role is focused on gaining practical experience in AI development, often with mentorship, while a Junior Data Scientist typically handles data analysis and modeling tasks. Both roles require foundational knowledge, but the Apprentice role emphasizes learning and skill development in generative AI technologies.

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Generative Ai Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, and 36% Contract. Highlights an 64% In-person, and 36% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,400 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

AWS + Generative AI Engineer

TekCommands Inc

Chicago, IL • On-site

$66.75 - $87.50/hr

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Posted 14 days ago


Job description

We are looking for an experienced AWS + Generative AI Engineer to design and develop secure, scalable, and AI-powered cloud solutions on AWS. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AWS Machine Learning, AWS Bedrock, Data Pipelines, AWS Config, and cloud-native architectures. This role involves building enterprise AI solutions, developing data pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative cloud applications.

Top 3 Required Skills

  1. AWS Cloud & Machine Learning
  2. AWS Bedrock & Generative AI
  3. AWS Data Pipelines & Infrastructure Automation

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop cloud-native applications using AWS services.
  • Build and deploy Generative AI solutions using AWS Bedrock.
  • Design and implement machine learning workflows, model deployment, and monitoring.
  • Develop scalable data pipelines for analytics and AI workloads.
  • Configure and manage AWS Config and governance policies to ensure security and compliance.
  • Design secure, reliable, and cost-effective AWS architectures.
  • Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and application teams to deliver AI-powered solutions.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud automation.
  • Optimize AWS environments for performance, scalability, and cost.
  • Document architecture, technical designs, and best practices.
  • Mentor engineering teams on AWS and Generative AI technologies.

Required Skills

  • 12–16 years of experience in Cloud Engineering, Solution Architecture, or Enterprise Architecture.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Experience with:
    • AWS Bedrock
    • AWS Machine Learning Services
    • AWS Data Pipeline or similar orchestration tools
    • AWS Config
  • Strong knowledge of Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs).
  • Experience designing cloud-native and distributed applications.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CloudFormation).
  • Strong understanding of cloud security, governance, and identity management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with AWS-based commerce platforms.
  • Knowledge of AI/ML model deployment and lifecycle management.
  • Experience with cloud automation and DevOps practices.
  • Experience with Python or other scripting languages.

Certifications

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional or
  • AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty or equivalent AWS certification