AI Systems Engineer

TalentAlly · Ann Arbor, MI · Yesterday

HybridFull-time

Who We Are

AI&DHI serves as the operational backbone for AI and digital health research at U-M, spanning faculty, researchers, and clinicians across 75 departments and 17 schools and colleges. Our team provides the data infrastructure, AI tools, systems integrations, and research enablement services that help investigators translate promising ideas into validated, deployable innovations. We partner closely with Michigan Medicine, Michigan Engineering, and other institutional units to deliver services researchers can rely on.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components: patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

AI & Digital Health Innovation (AI&DHI) is the enabling engine for AI and digital health research at the University of Michigan, providing the infrastructure, tools, and expertise that help researchers move from idea to validated impact. We are seeking a full-time AI Systems Engineer to design, build, and maintain the systems and integrations that power AI-driven research and clinical tools across Michigan Medicine.

This position sits at the intersection of data engineering and AI systems development, building robust pipelines, managing OpenShift/Kubernetes-based infrastructure, and integrating AI tools with platforms such as Epic EHR, frontier/enterprise LLMs, and other services offered throughout the university. We are looking for a self-motivated engineer with a strong background in systems development, container orchestration, and AI tool deployment who thrives in a collaborative, research-driven environment.

This position is hybrid, primarily working from home with onsite opportunities in Ann Arbor. A fully remote role would be considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and AI systems that support research and clinical workflows across AI&DHI initiatives
Develop and manage containerized applications and services using Kubernetes (OpenShift), ensuring reliable, scalable deployment in secure research environments
Integrate AI tools and research platforms with institutional systems including MiChart, ChatGPT/Claude, REDCap, and other Michigan Medicine infrastructure
Architect and maintain backend systems that power AI-enabled research tools, including PRISM and HELPR LLM Tools
Partner with researchers, clinicians, and technical teams to translate requirements into well-engineered, production-ready systems
Ensure systems meet institutional security, compliance, and data governance standards, including HIPAA requirements for health data
Develop clear technical documentation for all systems, pipelines, and integrations

Required Qualifications - Systems Programmer/Analyst Sr

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience
3-5 years of experience developing and deploying AI tools and systems
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (OpenShift experience a bonus) for container orchestration and deployment
Proficiency in Python or equivalent languages for data engineering and systems development
Experience with cloud-native infrastructure and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git)
Experience integrating software systems with external APIs and enterprise platforms
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy

Required Qualifications - Systems Programmer/Analyst Intermediate

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience
2-3 years of experience developing and deploying AI tools and systems
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (OpenShift) for container orchestration and deployment
Proficiency in Python or equivalent languages for data engineering and systems development
Experience with cloud-native infrastructure and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git)
Experience integrating software systems with external APIs and enterprise platforms
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy

Desired Qualifications - Systems Programmer/Analyst Sr

Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field
Experience working with EHR platforms, particularly Epic/MiChart integrations
Familiarity with large language model (LLM) APIs and AI tool deployment
Experience with Linux/Unix environments for research computing
Experience working with sensitive and confidential data regulated by HIPAA
Familiarity with HL7 FHIR standards for health data interoperability

Desired Qualifications - Systems Programmer/Analyst Intermediate

Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field
Experience working with EHR platforms, particularly Epic/MiChart integrations
Familiarity with large language model (LLM) APIs and AI tool deployment
Experience with Linux/Unix environments for research computing
Experience working with sensitive and confidential data regulated by HIPAA
Familiarity with HL7 FHIR standards for health data interoperability

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time and for any reason throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.