Data Engineer

TEKsystems is seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer / AI Platform Engineer to play a critical role in advancing an organization's Generative AI and Machine Learning capabilities.

This individual will serve as the bridge between enterprise data platforms and AI/ML operations, helping cross functional teams and business stakeholders successfully move from data to production AI solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering fundamentals, modern data platform expertise, and a passion for AI and MLOps.

This role requires a hands-on technical leader who can architect solutions, enable new data sources, support AI initiatives, and guide researchers through the adoption of modern MLOps practices. While the position carries architectural responsibilities, successful candidates will remain deeply technical and actively involved in implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data and AI platform solutions.
• Support and enhance enterprise MLOps capabilities and machine learning pipelines.
• Enable onboarding and integration of new data sources into the AI ecosystem.
• Partner with researchers, data scientists, and technical teams to architect AI and analytics solutions.
• Establish and promote software engineering, DevOps, and MLOps best practices.

Technical Expertise

• 5+ years of software engineering experience with strong SDLC discipline.
• Strong programming experience in Python or similar modern programming languages.
• Experience developing and supporting enterprise-grade applications and platforms.
• Deep understanding of data engineering concepts, including:

Data lakes

Data pipelines

Data integration

Analytics platforms

Data architecture

The ideal candidate has evolved through a career path such as:

Software Engineer → Data Engineer → AI Platform Engineer

Additional Skills & Qualifications

This role is 100% remote but needs to sit in one of the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, IO, KT, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, MT, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, DC, WI

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Durham, NC.

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.