AI Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
... models using Python and other necessary tools for creating AI-driven solutions. Core ... LLM providers. Advanced Data Modeling: Manage complex state transitions and data flows between ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
... models using Python and other necessary tools for creating AI-driven solutions. Core ... LLM providers. Advanced Data Modeling: Manage complex state transitions and data flows between ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
... models using Python and other necessary tools for creating AI-driven solutions. Core ... LLM providers. Advanced Data Modeling: Manage complex state transitions and data flows between ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, implement, and maintain cloud-native infrastructure for AI and LLM-based applications on ... Develop production-grade services, utilities, and platform components in Python, including APIs ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, implement, and maintain cloud-native infrastructure for AI and LLM-based applications on ... Develop production-grade services, utilities, and platform components in Python, including APIs ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, build, and operate Python/FastAPI backend services and APIs that power GenAI Platform ... Integrate platform services with internal and external LLM providers, Elasticsearch-based vector ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, build, and operate Python/FastAPI backend services and APIs that power GenAI Platform ... Integrate platform services with internal and external LLM providers, Elasticsearch-based vector ...
... LLM) Fine-Tuning, Machine Learning (ML), Python (Programming Language), Semantics, Software Development, Vector Databases Compensation Compensation offered for this role is 85,000.00 - 145,075.00 ...
... LLM) Fine-Tuning, Machine Learning (ML), Python (Programming Language), Semantics, Software Development, Vector Databases Compensation Compensation offered for this role is 85,000.00 - 145,075.00 ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
Hands-on software development experience in Python and/or TypeScript/Node.js, with proven ability ... Hands-on GenAI/LLM application experience including agents, tool/function calling, RAG ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
Hands-on software development experience in Python and/or TypeScript/Node.js, with proven ability ... Hands-on GenAI/LLM application experience including agents, tool/function calling, RAG ...
... LLM-based agentic pipelines (e.g., with LangChain, Vertex AI, etc.). Experience fine-tuning LLMs is a plus. * Machine learning for multimodal data : Completed projects in Python to develop predictive ...
... LLM-based agentic pipelines (e.g., with LangChain, Vertex AI, etc.). Experience fine-tuning LLMs is a plus. * Machine learning for multimodal data : Completed projects in Python to develop predictive ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, build, and operate Python/FastAPI backend services and APIs that power GenAI Platform ... Integrate platform services with internal and external LLM providers, Elasticsearch-based vector ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, build, and operate Python/FastAPI backend services and APIs that power GenAI Platform ... Integrate platform services with internal and external LLM providers, Elasticsearch-based vector ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, implement, and maintain cloud-native infrastructure for AI and LLM-based applications on ... Develop production-grade services, utilities, and platform components in Python, including APIs ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$126K - $166K/yr
Design, implement, and maintain cloud-native infrastructure for AI and LLM-based applications on ... Develop production-grade services, utilities, and platform components in Python, including APIs ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
... LLM-based agentic pipelines (e.g., with LangChain, Vertex AI, etc.). Experience fine-tuning LLMs is a plus. * Machine learning for multimodal data : Completed projects in Python to develop predictive ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
... LLM-based agentic pipelines (e.g., with LangChain, Vertex AI, etc.). Experience fine-tuning LLMs is a plus. * Machine learning for multimodal data : Completed projects in Python to develop predictive ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$170K - $230K/yr
LLM-powered extraction, batch orchestration, and inference, with a focus on reliability, cost, and ... Strong command of Python in production environments * Experience designing, building, and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$170K - $230K/yr
LLM-powered extraction, batch orchestration, and inference, with a focus on reliability, cost, and ... Strong command of Python in production environments * Experience designing, building, and ...
Continuously evaluate all new LLM releases, AI models, and emerging platforms (including MCPs ... Working knowledge in Python, JavaScript, or other programming languages is required and familiarity ...
Continuously evaluate all new LLM releases, AI models, and emerging platforms (including MCPs ... Working knowledge in Python, JavaScript, or other programming languages is required and familiarity ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
LLM-powered extraction, batch orchestration, and inference, with a focus on reliability, cost, and ... Strong command of Python in production environments * Experience designing, building, and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
LLM-powered extraction, batch orchestration, and inference, with a focus on reliability, cost, and ... Strong command of Python in production environments * Experience designing, building, and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$80/hr
LLM Fluency: significant experience using LLMs to assist with data workflows, with a clear ... Validate Code & Outputs: execute data-related scripts (e.g., Python/R) to ensure they produce ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$80/hr
LLM Fluency: significant experience using LLMs to assist with data workflows, with a clear ... Validate Code & Outputs: execute data-related scripts (e.g., Python/R) to ensure they produce ...
$126K - $166K/yr
Own end-to-end LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration * Fine-tune and extend ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with large-scale data pipelines and experiment ...
$126K - $166K/yr
Own end-to-end LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration * Fine-tune and extend ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with large-scale data pipelines and experiment ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
You will: * Own end‑to‑end LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with large‑scale data pipelines and experiment ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
You will: * Own end‑to‑end LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with large‑scale data pipelines and experiment ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Own endtoend LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration * Finetune and extend ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with largescale data pipelines and experiment ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Own endtoend LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration * Finetune and extend ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with largescale data pipelines and experiment ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
... LLM consumption. * Implement modernlakehousepatterns on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) - including ... Strong coding fluency in Python; hands-on experience with BigQuery, Claude Code, RAG architectures ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
... LLM consumption. * Implement modernlakehousepatterns on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) - including ... Strong coding fluency in Python; hands-on experience with BigQuery, Claude Code, RAG architectures ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$170K - $230K/yr
LLM-powered extraction, batch orchestration, and inference, with a focus on reliability, cost, and ... Strong command of Python in production environments * Experience designing, building, and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$170K - $230K/yr
LLM-powered extraction, batch orchestration, and inference, with a focus on reliability, cost, and ... Strong command of Python in production environments * Experience designing, building, and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Own end-to-end LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration * Fine-tune and extend ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with large-scale data pipelines and experiment ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Own end-to-end LLM systems: architecture, training, evals, and iteration * Fine-tune and extend ... Strong Python plus PyTorch or JAX * Experience with large-scale data pipelines and experiment ...
Chicago, IL · Remote
$180K - $240K/yr
You're an applied AI engineer who thrives in startup environments, writes clean Python, and can ship LLM-powered systems that handle real, high-stakes conversations at scale -- not just run ...
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Chicago, IL · Remote
$180K - $240K/yr
You're an applied AI engineer who thrives in startup environments, writes clean Python, and can ship LLM-powered systems that handle real, high-stakes conversations at scale -- not just run ...
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A Python LLM job involves working with Large Language Models (LLMs) using Python to develop, fine-tune, and deploy AI models. Responsibilities may include data preprocessing, prompt engineering, model optimization, and integration with applications. Professionals in this role often work with frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face Transformers. They may also contribute to improving model efficiency, reducing bias, and ensuring ethical AI usage.
To excel as a Python LLM (Large Language Model) Engineer, you need strong skills in Python programming, machine learning, and natural language processing, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Proficiency with libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, and experience with model deployment platforms are often essential, alongside certifications in AI or data science. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration are important soft skills for working in interdisciplinary teams and delivering results in dynamic environments. These skills ensure the development, fine-tuning, and deployment of advanced language models that meet both technical and business objectives.
Python LLM Engineers often encounter challenges related to optimizing model performance, managing large datasets, and adapting models to specific business needs. Working with large-scale language models requires balancing computational resource limitations with the need for high accuracy and efficiency. Collaboration with data scientists, product managers, and DevOps engineers is routine to ensure seamless model integration and deployment. Staying updated on the latest advancements in NLP and continuously improving models based on user feedback are also important aspects of the role.

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One of our airline clients is looking for highly skilled AI Engineer. You will work exclusively on hands-on development, implementing and optimizing AI models using Python and other necessary tools for creating AI-driven solutions.
Core Responsibilities: System Design & Scalability: Architect highly available, resilient microservices using .NET 8/9. Optimize for high throughput and low-latency inference.
Event Driven Architecture: Good understanding of Event Driven Architecture, catering to both Real time and non - real time needs, using message brokers like Solace, SQS, Kafka, etc.
Familiarity with AWS Serverless architecture.
AI Orchestration & RAG Pipelines: Design the backend logic for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), managing the lifecycle of vector embeddings, data ingestion, and prompt templating.
MCP Server Engineering: Develop and maintain high-performance MCP servers to standardize data access and tool-calling across multiple LLM providers.
Advanced Data Modeling: Manage complex state transitions and data flows between relational databases (AWS Neptune - Graph Db), vector stores (OpenSearch), and distributed caches (Redis).
API & Protocol Mastery: Define contract-first development standards using SSE and REST, ensuring seamless integration between backend AI services and external consumers
Nice to Have:
Exposure to LangChain
MCPSharp / ModelContextProtocol.SDK libraries
ML.Net
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Software development
11 - 50 Employees
Palatine, IL, US
2004