Associate AI Developer

Job Title: Associate AI Developer
Location: Roanoke, VA (Hybrid/Remote Considered)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience

Job Summary

We seek an Associate AI Developer to design, develop, and deploy AI applications. This role is ideal for an early-career developer passionate about AI/ML, large language models (LLMs), and NLP.

You will collaborate with senior AI developers, data scientists, and engineers to build AI solutions for enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in developing, testing, and deploying AI models, focusing on LLMs and NLP-based applications.
  • Implement vector-based search, embeddings, and knowledge retrieval techniques.
  • Write efficient code in Python, Java, or other AI-focused languages.
  • Support API development and integrate AI models with enterprise applications.
  • Work with vector databases (FAISS, Weaviate, Pinecone) and data pipelines.
  • Follow MLOps best practices for model versioning, monitoring, and optimization.
  • Collaborate with teams to develop AI-powered solutions aligned with business goals.
  • Stay updated on machine learning, deep learning, and AI infrastructure.
  • Debug AI model inference, data ingestion, and deployment issues.
  • Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience in software development, AI/ML, or related areas.
  • Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar languages.
  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
  • Understanding of NLP techniques, transformers, embeddings, and vector databases.
  • Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices development.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with LLM fine-tuning, RAG architectures, and knowledge graphs.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based AI deployments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Knowledge of DevOps and MLOps tools for AI lifecycle management.
  • Prior exposure to Medicaid, Medicare, or healthcare AI applications.
Why Join Ginkgo-AI?
  • Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI technologies in a fast-growing company.
  • Work alongside AI experts and industry leaders.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package with career growth opportunities.
  • Be part of a company developing AI solutions for real-world enterprise challenges.

Ready to launch your AI development career? Apply today!

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Ready to join our team? Send your resume to careers@ginkgo-ai.com and take the next step in your career!

about us

At Ginkgo Development Corporation, our vision is to revolutionize the way people interact with knowledge by harnessing the power of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Artificial Intelligence.
Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S® Number: 117736748

Contact us

  • Address:
    4210 Electric Road, Suite 1149 Roanoke, VA 24018

  • Bus:
    540-346-3469

  • Fax:
    540-340-6587