Senior AI Engineer

Location: Hybrid

Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived continuously in the United States for at least 3 full years within the last 5 years, without any breaks in residency and be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), Employment Authorization Document (EAD))

Work Authorization Sponsorship (H1B Visa): This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship

Clearance: Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain)

Job Overview:

Cogent People is seeking a Senior AI Engineer (AI/ML, AWS, Healthcare) to design and implement advanced artificial intelligence solutions in support of a large-scale federal healthcare modernization initiative. This role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that apply AI technologies to drive meaningful improvements across the healthcare ecosystem.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on software engineer with experience building enterprise-scale, cloud-based solutions using Python, Java, and modern AI frameworks. Success in this role requires strong technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI-powered analytics and automation solutions supporting large-scale healthcare initiatives. 
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative approaches to enhance system functionality and performance. 
• Collaborate closely with senior engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions. 
• Debug, optimize, and test applications to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance. 
• Contribute to DevSecOps practices, leveraging best-in-class AWS tools and services. 
• Create and maintain technical documentation and actively participate in code reviews to uphold engineering standards. 
• Present AI solutions and technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. 
• Stay current with advancements in AI, cloud technologies, and modern software engineering practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field 
• 5+ years of professional software development experience 
• 2+ years of hands-on AI solution development, including: 

           Implementation of AI capabilities such as RAG, MCP, and Agentic AI

           Knowledge of machine learning concepts, techniques, and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras)
          Experience using data libraries such as NumPy and Pandas, and building AI/ML data pipelines
          Experience designing and implementing batch and streaming data pipelines feeding AI/ML systems 

• Proven experience developing large-scale applications using Java (Spring Boot, Spring Batch) and Python (Flask) 
• 3+ years of experience with AWS services, including Lambda and Bedrock 
• Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases and understanding of data warehousing concepts 
• Strong knowledge of Linux systems and shell scripting 
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills 
• Self-motivated professional with strong initiative and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications 

• Familiarity with Databricks, Snowflake, or similar platforms 
• Experience working within agile development environments 
• AWS certification 
• Experience supporting regulated industries, such as federal government or healthcare

Why Cogent People

At Cogent People, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven environment where innovation thrives. You’ll be part of a team working on mission-critical technology solutions that make a real impact. We offer competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future.

As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction and provide a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed.

Benefits:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage.

401(k) Plan: Matching contributions.

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO annually, plus 10 holidays.

EEO Employer: Cogent People is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or any other status protected by law.