AI Software Engineer

Qualifications
Employees must live within a commutable distance of the Boston or Hartford offices.**
The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of core software development experience, along with expertise in designing and implementing scalable solutions using cutting-edge generative AI technologies
5+ years of experience in software development with a focus on Python
Expertise in building APIs using Python frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, or Django
Hands-on experience with AI/ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face Transformers
Knowledge of GenAI technologies and frameworks such as LangChain, OpenAI APIs, or similar
Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful services and working with microservices architectures
Experience working with databases (SQL and NoSQL), and integrating them within applications
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
Understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Slalom will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements
Benefits
Slalom prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life
As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in benefits that include meaningful time off and paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with a match, a range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and short/long-term disability
We also offer yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses, as well as discounted home, auto, and pet insurance
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable APIs using Python to power AI & GenAI applications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI-driven features and optimize system architecture
Utilize frameworks like LangChain (or similar) to build end-to-end GenAI solutions, incorporating LLMs and advanced NLP techniques
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following best practices in software engineering
Participate in code reviews, ensuring code quality, security, and performance
Integrate and optimize AI/ML models within application workflows to enhance functionality
Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring high availability and responsiveness
Contribute to the development and improvement of CI/CD pipelines to streamline the development and deployment processes
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in GenAI and NLP technologies, continuously improving systems and processes
Job description
**This role is not eligible for 100% remote work. Employees must live within a commutable distance of the Boston or Hartford offices.**

AI Software Engineer - Consultant and Senior Consultant

We are seeking an experienced AI Software Engineer with a strong background in Python development, API building, and proficiency in AI/ML frameworks. The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of core software development experience, along with expertise in designing and implementing scalable solutions using cutting-edge generative AI technologies.

Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable APIs using Python to power AI & GenAI applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI-driven features and optimize system architecture.
• Utilize frameworks like LangChain (or similar) to build end-to-end GenAI solutions, incorporating LLMs and advanced NLP techniques.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following best practices in software engineering.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring code quality, security, and performance.
• Integrate and optimize AI/ML models within application workflows to enhance functionality.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring high availability and responsiveness.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of CI/CD pipelines to streamline the development and deployment processes.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in GenAI and NLP technologies, continuously improving systems and processes.

Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in software development with a focus on Python.
• Expertise in building APIs using Python frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, or Django.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face Transformers.
• Knowledge of GenAI technologies and frameworks such as LangChain, OpenAI APIs, or similar.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful services and working with microservices architectures.
• Experience working with databases (SQL and NoSQL), and integrating them within applications.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills
• Experience with LLM-based applications, NLP, and conversational AI.
• Knowledge of asynchronous programming and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with cloud-based AI services (e.g., AWS Sagemaker, Google AI Platform).
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

About Us

Slalom is a next-generation professional services company creating value at the intersection of business, technology, and humanity. With our fiercely human approach, we deeply understand our customers—and their customers—to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful impact. Backed by over 700 technology partners, our nearly 10,000 team members in eight countries and 4+ offices help people and organizations dream bigger, move faster, and build better tomorrows for all. We’re honored to be consistently recognized as a great place to work, including being one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For nine years running. Learn more at slalom.com.

Compensation And Benefits

Slalom prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in benefits that include meaningful time off and paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with a match, a range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and short/long-term disability. We also offer yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses, as well as discounted home, auto, and pet insurance.

EEO and Accommodations

Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Slalom will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Slalom welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.