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Oracle

Principal AI Software Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$130K - $174K/yr

Evaluate and operationalize emerging technologies in generative AI, agentic workflows, inference optimization, long-context systems, reasoning models, AI developer tooling, and agentic-first ...

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Oracle

Principal AI Software Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$130K - $174K/yr

Evaluate and operationalize emerging technologies in generative AI, agentic workflows, inference optimization, long-context systems, reasoning models, AI developer tooling, and agentic-first ...

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Creative Artists Agency (CAA)

AI Architect

Nashville, TN · On-site

$68.25 - $88.25/hr

Prototype, evaluate approaches, test feasibility, and productionize generative AI solutions for real world use cases * Partner with engineering teams to develop technology infrastructure * Optimize ...

Oracle

Lead Principal AI Software Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$121K - $167K/yr

Evaluate and operationalize emerging technologies in generative AI, agentic workflows, inference optimization, long-context systems, reasoning models, AI developer tooling, and agentic-first ...

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How much do generative ai engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for generative ai engineer in Tennessee is $105,161.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,300.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a generative AI engineer?

To thrive as a Generative AI Engineer, you need a deep understanding of machine learning, deep learning architectures (such as GANs and transformers), and proficiency in programming languages like Python, along with a degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and relevant cloud platforms, as well as certifications in AI or ML, are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and effective communication help engineers collaborate and innovate within diverse, multidisciplinary teams. These skills are critical for developing advanced AI models, driving continuous improvement, and successfully translating complex research into practical applications.

What does a generative AI engineer do?

As a Generative AI Engineer, your typical responsibilities involve designing, developing, and optimizing generative models for tasks such as image synthesis, natural language generation, or data augmentation. You will often collaborate closely with data scientists, researchers, and product teams to translate business or research goals into scalable AI solutions. Day-to-day work may include experimenting with different neural network architectures, optimizing model performance, and deploying models to production environments. Many roles also offer opportunities to contribute to publications or open-source projects, and there is strong potential for career growth into lead engineering or research positions as you gain experience.

What is a generative AI engineer?

A Generative AI Engineer is a specialized software engineer who designs, develops, and optimizes AI models that generate content such as text, images, audio, or video. They work with deep learning frameworks, train large-scale models, and fine-tune pre-trained architectures to improve performance. Their role involves data preprocessing, model deployment, and continuous optimization to enhance AI-generated outputs. Generative AI Engineers typically collaborate with data scientists, researchers, and product teams to integrate AI solutions into applications and services.

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Infographic showing various Generative Ai Engineer job openings in Tennessee as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 59% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 38% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,161 per year, or $50.6 per hour.

Senior AI Workflow Engineer

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

Chattanooga, TN • On-site, Remote

$50.25 - $65/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

At BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, we're building the foundation for an AI-enabled future-one where our teams work smarter, our operations move faster, and our 3.4 million members experience a more responsive, reliable, and affordable healthcare journey.
We're hiring a Senior AI Workflow Engineer to help drive this work within Commercial Finance. In this role, you'll be embedded directly with our finance teams (including underwriting) to help them imagine what's possible beyond today's tooling.
To do that, you'll need:
  • Experience with Generative AI, LLM integration, or agent framework
  • Understanding of APIs, orchestration, and integration patterns
  • Proficiency in Python and associated AI / ML libraries and frameworks

Our ideal candidates will also bring experience in healthcare (other payers, hospital systems, health tech companies) and/or experience working with finance teams.
If you're inspired by our mission, we'd love to hear from you!
Notes:
  • While this is a fully remote role, a final onsite interview at our Chattanooga, TN, headquarters will be required.
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Job Responsibilities
Process Discovery & Business Partnership
  • Partner with security and legal teams to ensure all AI solutions are compliant with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and align with internal data security and privacy policies.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis to define clear business requirements and translate operational challenges into actionable workflow designs.

AI Workflow Design & Engineering
  • Architect and deploy AI-enabled workflows integrating internal systems, APIs, and third-party platforms.
  • Incorporate AI components such as LLM agents and retrieval pipelines.

Adoption, Training & Change Leadership
  • Present workflow solutions to stakeholders and lead training sessions.
  • Act as an evangelist for AI adoption across the enterprise and contribute to AI playbooks and operational standards.
  • Establish telemetry for performance, drift, and cost.
  • Troubleshoot issues and identify issues and opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and additional automation.

Job Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or related field or equivalent work experience required. Master's or PhD degree is a plus

Experience
  • 4+ years software engineering experience including automation pipelines or an equivalent combination of education, training, and demonstrated skills.
  • Strong proficiency in Python; experience with cloud platforms.
  • Understanding of APIs, orchestration, and integration patterns.
  • Experience with Generative AI, LLM integration, or agent frameworks.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder-collaboration skills.

Skills/Certifications
  • Advanced proficiency in Python and associated AI/ML libraries and frameworks.
  • Deep experience with LLMs, NLP, and GenAI frameworks (LangChain, HuggingFace, LlamaIndex).
  • Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
  • Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to document work clearly.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategic priorities into technical requirements.
  • Highly organized, reliable, capable of managing multiple complex tasks, demonstrating an exceptional work ethic and strategic thinking.

Number of Openings Available
1
Worker Type:
Employee
Company:
BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc.
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