Principal AI Solutions Engineer

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Principal AI Solutions Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will help design and deliver AI-enabled software solutions that improve how internal stakeholders and business partners work. The ideal candidate will combine strong software engineering depth with practical AI experience to translate business needs into secure, scalable applications and automation. You will collaborate across teams to lead development efforts from discovery through deployment, while helping ensure solution quality, reliability, and responsible AI practices. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deploy, and support AI-enabled applications and automation solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify AI and automation opportunities and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Lead the full software development lifecycle from requirements gathering through deployment and support.
• Develop and maintain APIs, integrations, and data-driven solutions using modern development practices.
• Build AI-enabled solutions using enterprise AI platforms and validate AI-generated code for quality.
• Troubleshoot applications and improve solution reliability and user experience.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with standards and responsible AI practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in software engineering or related technology disciplines; 8 years with a Master's degree; 5 years with a PhD.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, or C#.
• Hands-on experience with production software applications and enterprise solutions.
• Familiarity with AI technologies, cloud platforms, and enterprise integrations.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices and secure application development principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with effective stakeholder communication.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
• Paid time off and flexible spending accounts.
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses.

Compensation: $132,400 – $173,775 annually