SummaryThe ideal candidate should have strong hands-on development skills, with a passion for building AI-powered proof-of-concepts and exploring cutting-edge AI capabilities. The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, research-driven environment, be a problem solver with excellent critical thinking, and have a strong foundation in Python programming.Experience with large language models is a must.Machine learning frameworks, or AI cloud services is a plus but not required.Must Have Technical SkillsJava (advanced proficiency)Python (intermediate to advanced proficiency)Ability to quickly build working proof-of-conceptsStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsExperience with prompt engineering and function calling in LLMsExperience integrating APIs and handling structured/unstructured dataFamiliarity with Git and development in a collaborative environmentNice To Have Technical SkillsPrior experience with building Agentic AI solutions, conversational AI chatbots or summarization toolsExperience with OpenAI or similar LLM frameworksFamiliarity with Streamlit, FastAPI, or Flask for building UI/demo toolsAdditional InfoAt FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra. We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused.We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.BenefitsOur benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)VisionPersonal Time Off (PTO) ProgramLong Term Disability (100% paid)Life Insurance (100% paid)401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar matchPlus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023! To view all of our open positions go to: https://www.fasttek.com/fastswitch/findworkFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fasttekglobalFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fasttekglobalFind us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fasttekYou can become a fan of FastTek on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fasttekglobal/AI & Hiring DisclosureWe use AI tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications and identifying potential matches. These tools are designed to promote efficiency, consistency, and fairness, and they are always used under human oversight.All personal data collected is used solely for recruitment purposes, and you have the right to know, access, or request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal limits.If AI will be used in a video interview, you'll be informed in advance and asked for your consent, with the option to opt out.Our tools are regularly reviewed to detect potential bias and to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and our commitment to inclusive hiring.To learn more or exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].