IT AI Engineer II

First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. They are committed to compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination and strive to accommodate individuals with disabilities. First Solar recognizes that diversity and inclusion are driving forces in the success of their company.

Introduction

First Solar is seeking an IT AI Engineer II to design, develop, and deploy intelligent automation solutions using Python and Azure services. This role is crucial for building scalable, secure, and maintainable AI agents that integrate with enterprise systems to enhance productivity, decision-making, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of intelligent agents to support business process automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI solutions aligned with business needs.
• Assist in integrating AI agents with enterprise systems and data sources.
• Support the monitoring, maintenance, and iterative improvement of deployed AI solutions.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including workflows and implementation guides.
• Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and contribute to innovation discussions.
• Participate in applied research and prototyping efforts to evaluate new AI capabilities.
• Assist in evaluating new tools and frameworks for potential adoption.
• Apply AI development methodologies and support MLOps practices under guidance.
• Build and optimize data pipelines and AI-powered applications with scalability in mind.
• Contribute to integration and deployment processes in collaboration with DevOps teams.
• Support release and deployment activities, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve technical issues throughout the application lifecycle.
• Follow established quality and environmental standards in development practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in software engineering or AI/ML development.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience building and deploying Python-based solutions in Azure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Python Expertise: Proficient in Python and frameworks like FastAPI, LangChain.
• Azure Services: Strong knowledge of Azure Functions, Cognitive Services, OpenAI, Logic Apps, and DevOps.
• API & Containerization: Experience with RESTful APIs, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
• LLM & Prompt Engineering: Skilled in prompt design, vector databases (Azure AI Search, Pinecone), and orchestration.
• AI Architecture: Ability to design secure, scalable, and maintainable AI agent systems.
• Version Control & Agile: Proficient with Git, Agile practices, and test-driven development.
• Communication Skills: Excellent collaboration and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Microsoft Ecosystem: Experience with Graph API, Power Platform, and Microsoft 365 integration.
• Enterprise Integration: Understanding of interactions between AI solutions and other enterprise applications.
• Responsible AI & Compliance: Familiarity with data privacy, compliance, and ethical AI principles.
• MLOps & Lifecycle Management: Knowledge of model deployment, monitoring, and retraining practices.
• Business Process Optimization: Ability to analyze processes and apply AI for efficiency gains.
• Advanced Analytics: Perform analytical tasks using Azure AI tools (ML, Synapse) to deliver insights.
• Research & Innovation: Conduct AI/ML experimentation, prototype development, and evaluate emerging technologies.
• Data Engineering: Design scalable pipelines using Azure Data Factory, SQL, Cosmos DB for AI workloads.

Benefits

• Salary range: $112,300 - $160,000 annually.

About Company

First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. They are committed to compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination and strive to accommodate individuals with disabilities. First Solar recognizes that diversity and inclusion are driving forces in the success of their company.