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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for prompt engineer in the United States is $47.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $60.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Prompt Engineer, you need a strong grasp of natural language processing (NLP), machine learning concepts, and experience crafting effective prompts for large language models, usually supported by a technical degree or relevant experience. Familiarity with tools such as OpenAI's API, Hugging Face, or other AI platforms, as well as knowledge of programming languages like Python, is highly valuable. Creative thinking, analytical problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills help differentiate top candidates in this field. These abilities are crucial for optimizing AI outcomes and ensuring collaboration with both technical and non-technical teams.

What does a typical day look like for a Prompt Engineer?

A typical day for a Prompt Engineer involves designing, testing, and refining prompts to enhance the performance of AI language models, often collaborating closely with data scientists, software engineers, and product managers. You might analyze the results of model outputs, integrate user or stakeholder feedback, and iterate on prompt strategies to solve diverse business challenges. Your role will usually include documentation, troubleshooting, and keeping up with the latest advances in AI technologies. Expect a mix of independent work and regular team meetings in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment focused on innovation and improvement.

What is a Prompt Engineer job?

A Prompt Engineer is a professional who designs, refines, and optimizes prompts to improve interactions with AI models, such as ChatGPT. Their role involves understanding model behavior, crafting precise queries, and experimenting with phrasing to achieve desired outputs. They may work in AI research, software development, or content generation to maximize AI efficiency. Strong skills in language, logic, and sometimes coding are essential for success in this role.

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AI Prompt Engineer (TIBCO)- Dallas, TX

AI Prompt Engineer (TIBCO)- Dallas, TX

Photon

Dallas, TX

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented prompt engineer responsible for designing and optimizing the interactions between users and AI language models. Your primary focus will be the development of effective prompt strategies to ensure consistent accuracy in AI-generated outputs.

You will also be responsible for collaborating with product teams to integrate AI capabilities into customer-facing applications.

Responsibilities

Design and craft prompts for content generation data analysis

Run systematic A/B tests to measure prompt effectiveness

Create versioned prompt libraries with clear documentation and use case examples

Integrate AI prompt solutions into existing workflows

Collaborate with data engineers / ML engineers / product teams to fine-tune prompts

Document prompt experiments and outcomes.

Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI, NLP, and prompt engineering techniques

other responsibilities specific to TIBCO implementation

Required prompt engineer skills and qualifications

8+years of experience working with AI or NLP technologies

Proficient in prompt engineering with experience in at least one major AI platform, such as OpenAI API, Anthropic Claude, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, depending on your tech stack

Strong command of English for nuanced prompt crafting

Knowledge of prompt chaining and multi-step reasoning techniques

Understanding of token economics and context window management

Familiarity with tech stack: JavaScript & Java frameworks

Experience measuring and reporting on prompt performance metrics

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications

Python programming skills and familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) are a plus

Experience with prompt chaining and multi-agent architectures using automation platforms 

Knowledge of RAG systems, vector databases, fine-tuning processes.

Previous work in Banking industry.

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 38,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 135,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post

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