IFS

AI/Machine Learning Engineer - Python - Loops

Palo Alto, California, United States · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerIFS
LocationPalo Alto, California, United States
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted1 month ago

As a Software Engineer, AI/ML, you will design, build, and optimize the backend systems that power intelligent agent workflows. You will work across data pipelines, APIs, and AI/ML frameworks to create reliable, scalable, and production-ready solutions. This role emphasizes strong software engineering fundamentals, with the added dimension of applying AI/ML concepts to real-world enterprise applications.

What You'll Do:

Backend & Systems Engineering
Build and maintain Python-based services, integrations, and data pipelines that support AI agent functionality.
Develop reusable libraries, APIs, and frameworks to accelerate AI-driven product capabilities.
Ensure code quality, maintainability, and scalability through testing, CI/CD, and performance monitoring.
Applied AI/ML Engineering
Implement and optimize workflows leveraging LLMs, embeddings, RAG systems, and vector databases.
Integrate AI/ML libraries and external APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain, Pinecone, Weaviate).
Experiment with prompt engineering and fine-tuning to improve reliability and performance of deployed agents.
Collaboration & Delivery
Partner with product and core engineering teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
Contribute to architecture decisions and internal technical documentation.
Support the deployment of agents into enterprise environments with a focus on stability, accuracy, and scale.

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2–5 years of professional experience as a Python Engineer / Backend Engineer (experience with AI/ML is a strong plus).
Strong proficiency in Python and familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript for integrations.
Hands-on knowledge of AI/ML frameworks and tools (OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain, vector DBs, RAG).
Understanding of system integration patterns and comfort working with RESTful APIs, JSON, and data pipelines
Experience with enterprise systems (CRM, ERP, Helpdesk, Developer platforms, HR/Finance systems) is a plus.
Strong debugging, testing, and optimization skills.
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

What Success Looks Like in 3–6 Months

Technical Depth: You’ll be proficient in the internal platform, building integrations and Python services with confidence.
AI/ML Impact: You’ll have delivered backend components that integrate AI/ML capabilities into enterprise workflows.
Engineering Excellence: You’ll contribute to reusable libraries, deployment pipelines, and system reliability practices.
Team Contribution: You’ll collaborate effectively with other engineers and product teams, influencing technical direction.

What We’re Offering

Salary Range: $130,000 to $150,000 plus bonus potential
Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
401K with Company contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and disability benefits
Tuition assistance
Community involvement and volunteering events

M/F/Disabled/Vet VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Interested candidates should apply at: www.ifs.com/about/careers-at-ifs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

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