Senior Artificial Intelligence Engineer

What we're looking for

The Senior Artificial Intelligence Engineer applies advanced knowledge to design, develop, and deploy complex AI-powered systems connecting credit union operations with modern AI/ML platforms. This role works independently with limited supervision, managing complex AI projects and coaching junior team members. The incumbent solves difficult and sometimes complex technical challenges in AI architecture, system integration, and production deployment.

• Design and develop complex AI systems including agentic AI frameworks, multi-model orchestration, and advanced RAG implementations
• Architect scalable AI solutions integrating multiple AI/ML platforms and enterprise systems
• Build sophisticated data pipelines including real-time processing, vector embeddings, and feature stores
• Implement MCP (Model Context Protocol) connectivity and advanced AI integration patterns
• Make independent technical decisions on system architecture, frameworks, and deployment strategies
• Manage complex AI projects independently from requirements gathering through production deployment
• Coordinate with product teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors to deliver AI solutions
• Drive technical decisions on project approach with limited supervision from architects
• Ensure deliverables meet quality, security, and compliance requirements
• Provide technical estimates and risk assessments for project planning
• Diagnose and resolve difficult integration issues, including API failures, performance bottlenecks, and data quality problems
• Develop solutions for complex challenges in system interoperability, scalability, and real-time processing
• Troubleshoot production AI system issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing fixes
• Optimize AI systems for performance, cost efficiency, and reliability
• Address security and compliance requirements in AI implementations for financial services
• Coach and review the work of junior engineers, guiding AI engineering best practices
• Create technical documentation, integration guides, and architectural decision records
• Lead knowledge-sharing sessions on AI design patterns and emerging technologies
• Support team development through mentorship and technical guidance
• Apply deep expertise in AI engineering, system architecture, and production ML operations
• Lead AI initiatives from design through deployment, coordinating with multiple stakeholders
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of current trends, laws, and issues affecting the area of expertise
• Attend educational events to increase professional knowledge
• Complete annual compliance and info security training to understand employees' role in maintaining effective compliance and security programs

Benefits

• Financial Well-Being: Bonus Program up to 12%, 401K Matching up to 8%, Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts
• Wellness: Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000+ Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Work-Life Balance: 11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO
• Community Involvement: Paid Volunteer Hours
• Growth: Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year

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Company Overview**

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