AI Ops Engineer at Endava in Colorado, CO

Company Description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.

By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.

From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Job Description

We're seeking an AI Operations Engineer with experience building AI-powered applications using Python and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). In this role, you'll design, develop, deploy, and support intelligent AI agents that improve business and operational processes while working with modern cloud infrastructure and emerging agentic AI technologies.

• Design, develop, and maintain AI applications and intelligent agents using Python and the Google Agent Development Kit (ADK).
• Deploy, manage, monitor, and optimize AI workloads within Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Build scalable, secure, and maintainable cloud-native AI services.
• Partner with business stakeholders, architects, software engineers, and data teams to translate business requirements into AI-enabled solutions.
• Integrate AI capabilities into existing enterprise applications and business workflows.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to support automated cloud deployments.
• Troubleshoot production issues, optimize application performance, and continuously improve reliability and scalability.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, code reviews, and technical design discussions.
• Contribute to engineering best practices, reusable frameworks, and AI development standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• 2–4 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Hands-on experience developing AI applications using the Google Agent Development Kit (ADK) or similar agentic AI frameworks.
• Experience developing and deploying applications within Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience working with REST APIs, cloud services, and distributed applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within Agile teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Mobile development experience (Android and/or iOS).
• Experience integrating AI models into enterprise applications.
• Knowledge of software testing, monitoring, and production support best practices.

One or more of the following certifications is a plus:

• Google Associate Cloud Engineer
• Google Professional Cloud Developer
• Google Professional Cloud Architect

Additional Information

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;
• Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme;
• Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps;
• Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations.

Additional Employee Requirements

• Participation in both internal meetings and external meetings via video calls, as necessary.
• Ability to go into corporate or client offices to work onsite, as necessary.
• Prolonged periods of remaining stationary at a desk and working on a computer, as necessary.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead, as necessary.
• Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment, as necessary.
• Vision abilities including close vision, toleration of fluorescent lighting, and adjusting focus, as necessary.
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance, ability to lift 25 lbs, as necessary.
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance, a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required, as driving is an essential job function.

*If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees requiring accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs, absent undue hardship.

USA Benefits (Full time roles only, does not apply to contractor positions)

• Robust healthcare and benefits including Medical, Dental, vision, Disability coverage, and various other benefit options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Transit, and Dependent Care)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverages
• Health Savings account paired with our low-cost High Deductible Medical Plan
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Retirement plan with employer match with immediately vest

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.