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Senior Engineer Applications Development - AI

Kforce Technology StaffingTampa, FL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 8 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You will shape the future of AI-driven applications by developing innovative solutions with Microsoft's cutting-edge AI toolset, offering significant growth and impact. This hybrid role is perfect for ambitious, motivated engineers with a strong background in AI, automation, and cloud technologies who thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Embrace this opportunity to advance your career and contribute to exciting projects.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Tampa, FL, United States
Posted
Yesterday

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Kforce has a client in Tampa, FL that is seeking a Senior Engineer Applications Development - AI. As part of our Technology Applications Development team, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining applications with Microsoft's AI toolset, including Copilot Studio, Azure AI

REQUIREMENTS

  • B.S. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience in software development with a focus on AI, automation, or cloud based solutions
  • Experience developing in Python, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and PowerShell
  • Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks and integration of AI models into applications
  • Understanding AI/ML concepts, including NLP, chatbot development, and automation
  • Strong knowledge of DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and Git-based workflows
  • Team player who is ambitious and motivated
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and patience working with others
  • Must be able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must have excellent customer service skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write concise, accurate and readable technical documentation and reports
  • Successful track record of working in an IT development team
  • Demonstrate a high level of technical expertise and ability

Strong proficiency in Microsoft AI and cloud platforms, including

  • Azure AI services (OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Machine Learning, Bot Services)
  • Microsoft Graph API

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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