FocusKPI, Inc.

Junior AI/ML Engineer (Remote)

FocusKPI, Inc.  •  United States (Remote)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Location: Remote (EST preferred)
Type: Paid Internship or Contract (Full-time)
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a Junior AI/ML Engineer to support the development of an enterprise AI chatbot and data intelligence system. This role will focus on building interactive AI agents that connect to enterprise databases, generate insights, and support decision-making.

The position includes hands-on work in both LLM-based chatbot/agent development and machine learning, including building prediction models and integrating them into production workflows. This is a client-facing technical role requiring strong coding ability, analytical thinking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and deploy AI chatbot/agent solutions for enterprise use cases
  • Integrate LLM-based agents with structured and unstructured enterprise data
  • Connect chat interfaces to SQL/enterprise databases and internal APIs
  • Build and integrate machine learning models (prediction, classification, clustering, etc.)
  • Perform data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation
  • Integrate ML outputs into chatbot or workflow interfaces
  • Support data pipeline development and automation
  • Collaborate with internal team and occasionally clients to understand requirements
  • Document model logic, workflows, and implementation details

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or related quantitative field
  • Strong Python programming skills
  • Hands-on experience with machine learning (regression, classification, clustering, or similar)
  • Familiarity with ML libraries such as scikit-learn, pandas, numpy, or similar
  • Experience working with databases (SQL, PostgreSQL, or similar)
  • Familiarity with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Claude, or open-source models)
  • Experience building APIs or backend services (FastAPI, Flask, or similar)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and communicate clearly

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate degree or currently pursuing MS in AI, Data Science, or related field
  • Experience with agent frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, LangGraph, CrewAI, etc.)
  • Experience deploying or integrating ML models into applications
  • Knowledge of vector databases or embeddings
  • Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Prior internship or project experience building AI/ML applications

How to Apply

Please submit the following to danz@focuskpi.com

  1. Resume
  2. GitHub or portfolio that includes at least one agentic or AI chatbot project
  3. A short written explanation (3–6 paragraphs) of one project, including:
    • What problem the agent/chatbot solves
    • Architecture and tools used (LLM, framework, database, etc.)
    • Your specific contribution
    • Challenges encountered and how you solved them

Candidates without project examples or explanation will not be considered.

Immediate start preferred.

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FocusKPI, Inc.

About FocusKPI, Inc.

Since our founding in 2010, we have become a premier data science and technology firm specializing in data analytics, AI, and staffing solutions. Our mission is to deliver customized solutions that drive revenue lift and cost savings through a unique structure that competes on quality, cost, and speed.

Our Core Offerings:

1. Data Analytics and Machine Learning Services

Delivering actionable business insights for high ROI results at scale. We focus on customer engagement, market adaptation, operational strategy, and performance optimization to drive growth and efficiency.

Capabilities:

Predictive Analytics

AI / Machine Learning

Measurement

Text Analysis

Key Industries Served:

Retail Media

B2B & B2C Sales, Marketing, and Merchandising

Software & Applications

2. AI-Driven Innovative Solutions

Enhancing business operating efficiency with advanced AI models and customizable interfaces. Our private deployment solutions ensure data security and control, tailored to meet unique business challenges.

Netpoint.AI - Our platform of rapid GenAI solutions prototypes.

SalesBuilder.net - Originally developed from NetPoint, is now a dedicated product specifically for sales representatives.

3. Staffing and Recruiting

Providing swift, high-quality staffing solutions to secure top tech-industry talent. We focus on high retention and rapid turnaround times, ensuring that our clients receive qualified candidates within 24 hours to meet their urgent needs.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Santa Clara, CA
Year Founded
2010
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