AI Specialist III

job summary:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in AWS AI development stack, including AgentCore (nice to have). This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge solutions that leverage artificial intelligence to transform business processes and customer experiences. You will design, build, and optimize complex systems in a data-centric environment, collaborating across teams and wearing multiple hats to deliver innovative solutions.

location: Charlotte, North Carolina

job type: Contract

salary: $80.71 - 90.71 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

- Design and build highly complex AI-enabled software solutions using Agile, XP, and TDD practices.

- Develop scalable applications and APIs leveraging AWS services (Lambda, Glue, etc.) and Terraform for infrastructure automation.

- Write efficient, well-structured Python code for AI workflows and cloud integrations.

- Collaborate with data engineers, product owners, and other developers to deliver impactful solutions.

- Participate in code reviews, paired programming, and mentor junior team members.

- Translate complex AI concepts into manageable user stories and technical deliverables.

- Optimize data pipelines and ensure robust integration with cloud platforms.

- Provide technical guidance on AI architecture and best practices for sustainability and security.

- Stay current with emerging AI technologies, including Agentic AI development.

qualifications:

- Must be able to work in the US without any type of visa

- Associate's degree OR High School/GED in Information Systems related discipline AND 5+ years of relevant experience

- Proven experience as a Senior AWS Software Engineer with hands-on expertise in:

- Python, Terraform, AWS Glue, Lambda, and API development.

- Comfortable working in a data-centric environment and managing multiple responsibilities.

- Experience with AI-driven solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with Agentic AI development and AgentCore.

- Familiarity with front-end development (Angular or similar) is a plus.

- Strong understanding of cloud architecture and security best practices.

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation.

- Ability to mentor and coach team members on AI and cloud technologies.

- Portfolio of work showcasing AI or cloud-based projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.