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Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer (AI Engineer)
Location: Columbus, OH (Must be local to the area at the time of application)
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Days: Monday - Friday
Term on Contract: 1-Year Contract with the possibility of extension for up to an additional 2 years. Extensions are not guaranteed.
Pay Rate Range: $78.00 - $105.00 per hour DOE
Benefits: PTO and Holiday Pay Offered
Sr. Software Engineer (AI Engineer)
Are you passionate about building the next generation of AI-powered solutions? We are seeking an experienced AI Engineer who thrives in fast-paced enterprise environments and enjoys transforming innovative AI concepts into scalable, production-ready applications.
This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge Agentic AI initiatives while helping shape enterprise AI capabilities that drive real business impact. You'll collaborate with technical leaders, architects, and business stakeholders to design, develop, and deploy advanced AI solutions that solve complex challenges at scale.
What This Role Is Really Looking For
We're looking for an AI Engineer who can move beyond experimentation and deliver production-ready AI solutions.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with both Agentic AI and traditional AI development, understands how to orchestrate AI workflows, and can integrate AI capabilities into enterprise applications. You should be comfortable owning projects, driving technical decisions, and delivering results with minimal oversight.
This role requires someone who can bridge software engineering, AI architecture, data engineering, and cloud technologies to create innovative solutions that scale across the enterprise.
What You'll Do

• Design, develop, test, and deploy enterprise AI solutions
• Build and enhance Agentic AI systems and underlying agent frameworks
• Develop AI models using structured and unstructured datasets
• Integrate AI solutions into existing enterprise applications and platforms
• Design AI orchestration workflows using enterprise automation tools
• Build APIs and services that enable AI-driven business capabilities
• Collaborate within Agile and DevOps delivery teams
• Participate in system architecture, technical design, and code reviews
• Support operational excellence through monitoring, optimization, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable AI solutions
• Lead technical initiatives and manage project deliverables with minimal supervision

Required Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered

Experience

• Strong software engineering experience developing enterprise applications
• Hands-on experience building and deploying Agentic AI solutions
• Experience developing traditional AI and machine learning models
• Experience integrating AI capabilities into enterprise systems and workflows
• Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments
• Ability to independently manage projects and technical deliverables

Technical Skills

• Agentic AI development
• Traditional AI and Machine Learning
• AI solution architecture and design
• API development and system integration
• Data engineering concepts and practices
• Cloud-based AI platforms
• Enterprise software development

Preferred Experience

• Experience with AI orchestration platforms such as n8n
• Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, and Agent Core
• Strong understanding of machine learning lifecycle management
• Experience deploying AI solutions in AWS and/or Azure environments
• Experience with enterprise-scale AI implementations
• Knowledge of MLOps practices and model deployment strategies
• Experience leading technical projects or mentoring development teams

The Candidate Who Will Thrive Here
You are naturally curious, highly technical, and excited about emerging AI technologies. You enjoy solving difficult business problems through innovative engineering solutions and can confidently navigate both strategic discussions and hands-on development work.
You are comfortable taking ownership, working independently, and delivering high-quality results while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Most importantly, you are energized by the opportunity to help shape the future of enterprise AI.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Work on cutting-edge Agentic AI initiatives
• Influence enterprise AI strategy and implementation
• Build solutions that have real business impact
• Collaborate with highly skilled engineering and technology teams
• Gain exposure to advanced AI frameworks and cloud platforms
• Long-term contract opportunity with potential extensions
• Competitive compensation
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered

If you're excited about building enterprise-scale AI solutions and want to be at the forefront of AI innovation, we encourage you to apply today.
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
Additional Information
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
Meet Your Recruiter
Sherry Jordan
Results driven Account Manager matching talented people to life long careers. This starts with conversations to uncover values, personal and professional goals, and develops into trust. I specialize in Account Management, Senior Recruiting for the German Automotive Industry, Engineering, IT, and specialized positions.

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HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.