Associate AI Engineer / AI Engineer at Applied Systems in Chicago, IL

Summary: Applied Systems is transforming the insurance industry and is seeking an Associate AI Engineer / AI Engineer to build and enhance data solutions and AI initiatives. The role involves collaborating with various teams to design AI-powered experiences and implementing AI-driven insights in their products. Responsibilities: - Partner with Product, Engineering, and Data Science leaders to design and deliver AI-powered user experiences in our dashboard products - Build and integrate conversational AI solutions (e.g., Vertex AI, Generative AI APIs) into Applied’s products - Use AI tools responsibly (e.g., code assistance, test generation, analysis, and documentation) to accelerate velocity and improve quality while validation outputs and ownership of contributions to the customer experience - Work with Google Cloud APIs, Vertex AI, and related services to enable intelligent workflows - Prototype and implement AI-driven insights and recommendations directly in dashboards for client use - Collaborate with UX and product teams to design seamless user experiences powered by AI - Support development of generative AI prototypes, prompt design, and fine-tuned models - Stay current on advancements in Google Cloud, conversational AI, and applied AI engineering - Assist senior engineers and scientists on larger initiatives to scale AI capabilities across the platform Required Qualifications: - Strong programming skills in Python and SQL - Exposure to data science concepts (predictive modeling, ML/AI basics, or coursework/projects) - Interest in applied AI, conversational AI, and building user-facing insights - Familiarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud preferred) or willingness to learn quickly - Understanding of APIs and how applications connect to each other - Problem-solving skills with curiosity and eagerness to experiment and explore new technologies - Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field) Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with Google Cloud tools such as Vertex AI, Dialogflow, or BigQuery - Familiarity with dashboards/visualization tools (Looker, Tableau, or Power BI) - Version control knowledge (Git) Required Skills: Python, SQL, Predictive modeling, Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Conversational AI, Google Cloud Platform, APIs, Eagerness to experiment Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, Holiday and Vacation Time, Health & Wellness Days, A Bonus Day for Your Birthday, Depending on the role, team members may also be eligible to participate in additional compensation plans such as bonus and commission.