Software AI Developer

On behalf of our public sector client, Affinity is looking for a Software AI Developer with a strong interest and experience in integrating large language models (LLMs) into products, and a passion for building intelligent, agentic systems. As part of the Innovation Team you’ll be working with a cross-functional team to explore, prototype, and implement artificial intelligence technologies to solve complex business problems. This is a hands-on role focused on rapid prototyping, integration, and advancing the practical use of generative AI across business processes.

Responsibilities:

• Build applications using OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, and open-source LLMs

• Integrate LLMs into enterprise workflows and digital products

• Explore and implement foundational patterns for multi-agent AI systems using tools like AutoGen, LangChain, or Semantic Kernel

• Collaborate with product teams and data scientists to create prototypes, test, refine, and deliver functional AI products

• Develop evaluation frameworks to test AI applications

• Maintain clear documentation of models, architecture, and decision-making

• Stay current with research and best practices in generative and agentic AI

• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and DevOps practices

• Maintain technical documentation and participate in system architecture decisions

• Support knowledge sharing with development team

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience as a software developer, including recent work with LLMs or AI integration

• Familiarity with Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., OpenAI SDKs, LangChain, Hugging Face)

• Experience with C#, .NET Core, and object-oriented design is a must

• Understanding of agent-based design concepts and tools (AutoGen, Semantic Kernel, etc.)

• Familiarity with RAG, GraphRAG, embeddings, and vector databases such as Cosmos DB, pgvector, or Qdrant.

• Experience deploying solutions to Azure Cloud.

• Experience building APIs, CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps and Agile software development practices

• Ability to synthesize complexity and communicate AI capabilities clearly to diverse audience

• Knowledge of Azure AI services

• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn and grow in a collaborative environment

Deliverables:

• Contribution to prototypes and fully developed, production-grade applications that demonstrate generative and agentic AI capabilities

• Integration of LLM-based solutions into existing enterprise environments

• Documentation of models, prompts, workflows, and architectures

• Participate in regular stakeholder updates and demo presentations

• Contribute to reusable components and AI development patterns

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About Affinity:

Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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Job Number: 12532