Applied AI Engineer - Job Code: 45002078826

At Coconut 🥥, we connect founders and businesses with top-tier remote talent while prioritizing meaningful, reliable partnerships. We believe success happens when everyone wins. Clients achieve their goals, and our virtual professionals find purpose and growth in their work. We're currently looking for top talent to fill the role below:

Role: Applied AI Engineer

Monthly Rate: $3350

Availability: 40 hours/week

Time Zone: EST

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What to Prepare:

1️⃣ English Proficiency Rating – You will need to enter your CEFR English proficiency level in the application form. If you’re unsure of your rating, you can take a quick assessment here: EF SET Quick Check.

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Requirements

Experience Needed:

-Design, develop, and maintain AI-powered applications aligned with business goals

-Develop and maintain connections to third-party platforms through APIs

-Implement and maintain retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and vector stores for automation and defect detection

-Fine-tune and optimize LLM prompts and workflows for accuracy and efficiency

-Build internal applications to enhance operational efficiency

-Develop and deploy cloud-native solutions in AWS (Bedrock, Lambda, Aurora, S3)

-Optimize application performance, efficiency, and scalability

-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather feedback and iterate on AI-driven features

-Stay current with GenAI frameworks, multi-agent orchestration techniques, and emerging AI tools

Good to have:

-Strong foundation in programming across multiple languages (Python, JavaScript, C++, Java, Go, Rust)

-Prior experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google)

-Familiarity with multi-agent AI frameworks (LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI, LlamaIndex)

-Background in call center/contact center technology (bonus)

-Demonstrated problem-solving and ability to deliver within tight deadlines

-Ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate across teams

Non-negotiable Requirements:

-3+ years of professional software development

-1–2 years of hands-on AI/ML experience

-Experience with LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS Bedrock, etc.)

-Solid understanding of APIs, databases, and cloud-native architecture

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills

-Ability to work independently as a self-starter and thrive in a collaborative environment

Industry/Tools Experience:

-Generative AI frameworks and multi-agent orchestration (LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI, LlamaIndex)

-LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS Bedrock)

-Cloud-native architecture and AWS tools (Lambda, Aurora, S3, Bedrock)

-Programming in Python, JavaScript, C++, Java, Go, Rust

-APIs and database integration

-Bonus: Call center/contact center industry knowledge

Benefits

We’re all about uplifting lives in Coconut and we make sure we provide benefits that support work-life balance, well-being, and growth. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of the Coconut Community! ✨

✅ Competitive Salary – We recognize your skills and experience with a great compensation package.
✅ 13th Month Pay – Enjoy an extra month’s salary—because who doesn’t love a little bonus?

✅ Paid Time Off – Recharge with 12 days of PTO to use however you like—vacation, self-care, or just a break from it all!
✅ US Holidays Off – Enjoy 12 paid US holidays throughout the year.
✅ Maternity & Paternity Leave – We support growing families with dedicated leave for new parents.

✅ Comprehensive Healthcare – We’ve got you and your family covered with quality healthcare benefits.
✅ Life Insurance* – Our full-time HMO plan includes life insurance for extra peace of mind.
✅ Mental Health Support – Prioritize your well-being with access to mental health consultations and wellness resources.

✅ Milestone Gifts & Birthday Treats – We celebrate your achievements and make your special day even better!
✅ Exciting Team Experiences – Think island getaways, virtual town halls, and regional meetups—because work should be fun, too!

✅ Stay Connected – Be part of a supportive network where you can learn, grow, and connect with amazing people.

Some benefits may vary. Full details will be provided during the onboarding process.