[Remote] Senior Applied AI Engineer / Forward Deployed Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Trissential is hiring a Senior Applied AI Engineer / Forward Deployed Engineer to join their client’s team and help design, build, and deploy AI solutions that solve real business problems in complex enterprise environments. The role focuses on developing production-ready AI systems that create measurable business value while collaborating with stakeholders to understand workflows and deliver tailored solutions.ResponsibilitiesPartner with business and technical stakeholders to understand workflows, challenges, and success metricsTranslate ambiguous problems into clear technical solutions, designs, and delivery plansDesign and build AI-powered applications using LLMs, APIs, and enterprise data systemsDevelop production-grade backend services using Python and frameworks like FastAPI or FlaskBuild and maintain RAG systems, including: – Document ingestion and normalization – Chunking, metadata, and embedding strategies – Vector, keyword, and hybrid search – Reranking and relevance tuning – Source attribution and groundingIntegrate AI solutions with SharePoint, Microsoft Graph, SQL databases, internal APIs, and business applicationsDesign secure systems that respect access control, governance, and enterprise compliance requirementsBuild observable, reliable, and maintainable AI workflows in production environmentsEstablish evaluation frameworks for LLM systems (accuracy, groundedness, latency, completeness, and failure modes)Iterate rapidly through prototypes, pilots, and production releases based on user feedbackCollaborate with engineering, data, security, and product teams to ensure adoption and long-term sustainabilityMake pragmatic technology choices across Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, and open-source toolsDocument architecture, decisions, trade-offs, and operational requirementsSkills5+ years of experience in software engineering, applied AI, or enterprise systemsStrong Python development experience building production-grade APIs or servicesHands-on experience with large language model applicationsExperience with Azure OpenAI Service, OpenAI APIs, or similar platformsProven experience designing and building RAG systemsStrong understanding of prompt design, grounding, context management, and LLM limitationsExperience integrating with enterprise data sources, APIs, and document systemsAbility to work directly with business stakeholders and translate needs into working solutionsExperience working within secure, governed enterprise environmentsStrong communication, systems thinking, and problem-solving skillsAbility to balance speed, usability, scalability, and maintainabilityBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)Experience in a forward-deployed, consulting, or solutions engineering roleHands-on experience with Azure AI Search or similar vector/hybrid search platformsExperience with reranking, relevance tuning, and retrieval evaluationFamiliarity with frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or Semantic KernelExperience with LLM evaluation frameworks and quality measurementBackground in building AI agents or workflow automation systemsExperience with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Graph API, or Copilot StudioFamiliarity with Azure AI Foundry or similar toolingCloud architecture, CI/CD, observability, and production support experience in AzureMicrosoft or Azure certifications are a plus but not requiredBenefitsComprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Medical, dental, vision, free tele-health, HSA with company contribution, life and disability insurance, and 401k with matchingPaid Time Off – Offers paid time away from workFully Remote Work – Work from anywhere in the United States while collaborating with top-tier teamsEnterprise AI Exposure – Build real-world production AI systems integrated across enterprise platformsCareer Growth – Expand your expertise across cutting-edge AI technologies and enterprise architectureSupportive Consulting Culture – Transparent communication, strong delivery support, and career advocacyCompany OverviewTrissential, LLC, a management consulting company, offers strategic planning, project management, and application. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in Wayzata, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.trissential.com/.