Machine Learning Engineer

Our client, an American multinational clothing and accessories retailer company., is looking to hire a Machine Learning Engineer in Pleasanton, CA - Remote. Role: Machine Learning Engineer Location: Pleasanton, CA - Remote Duration: 6 months contract the possibility of extension Pay Rate: $60/hour - $62/hour w2 Overview:Client is seeking an experienced AI Engineers to help build, optimize, and scale next-generation AI agents that support business functions across planning, allocation, forecasting, pricing, and operational execution. This role sits at the forefront of expanding AI initiative, where multiple AI agents are being developed and deployed to improve productivity, automate workflows, and drive better business outcomes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building and supporting Agentic AI solutions, integrating Large Language Models (LLMs), and developing scalable AI workflows in cloud environments. This position is less focused on traditional machine learning model development and more focused on the practical implementation, optimization, and operationalization of AI agents in production environments. Hands-on experience with agent orchestration frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, or Google Agent Development Kit (ADK). Engineer will be assigned business use cases and will own the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of AI-driven solutions that enhance decision-making and workflow efficiency across multiple business domains. Top Must-Have Skills:Strong Python development experienceExperience building or supporting AI Agents and Agentic WorkflowsExperience working with LLMs and Generative AI technologiesExposure to AI SDKs such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar platformsExperience integrating APIs into AI-driven solutionsGCP cloud experience, including BigQuery and cloud-native servicesExperience working with unstructured dataUnderstanding of AI agent optimization, deployment, and operational performance Responsibilities:Design, develop, and optimize AI agents that support enterprise business workflowsBuild and maintain agentic workflows that drive automation, execution, and business insightsIntegrate LLMs and AI services into production environmentsUtilize APIs and AI SDKs to enhance and extend AI agent capabilitiesDevelop backend services and integrations using PythonSupport AI workloads leveraging GCP technologies and BigQueryOptimize AI agent performance, token utilization, and cost efficiencyPartner with business stakeholders to understand and solve real-world use casesBuild scalable and maintainable AI solutions that improve decision-making across multiple business domainsSupport deployment, monitoring, and operational excellence of AI-powered systems Preferred Qualifications:Background in AI Engineering, Software Engineering, Machine Learning Engineering, or Data EngineeringExperience deploying containerized applications using DockerExposure to CI/CD processes and automation pipelinesExperience working in multi-cloud environments (GCP preferred, Azure exposure helpful)Retail, supply chain, planning, forecasting, or allocation experience is a plusSQL and/or R experience #RTA #RTAProfessionalZip For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Employment PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.