About the AI Engineer Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is seeking a talented AI Engineer to join our innovative team in Jacksonville, Florida. As a leader in professional services, we're at the forefront of transforming businesses through cutting-edge technology. This full-time position offers the chance to turn advanced AI models into practical, real-world products that drive efficiency and decision-making. If you have a passion for machine learning, generative AI, and deploying scalable solutions, this AI Engineer role is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Our AI Engineers collaborate across product, engineering, and data teams to prototype, build, and deploy intelligent automation tools, chat interfaces, recommendation systems, and generative AI applications. With Jacksonville's growing tech scene, you'll enjoy a vibrant location while working on projects that reshape how teams operate. Robert Half provides the resources, mentorship, and supportive culture needed to excel in AI engineering careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning and generative AI solutions into production environments, ensuring seamless integration and high performance.
• Build sophisticated AI-powered tools, including conversational chat interfaces, personalized recommendation engines, and intelligent workflow automation systems.
• Process and analyze both structured and unstructured data to train, fine-tune, and validate AI models for optimal accuracy and relevance.
• Develop robust APIs and microservices to embed AI capabilities directly into web and mobile applications.
• Optimize model performance, focusing on inference speed, accuracy metrics, resource efficiency, and scalability to handle enterprise-level demands.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including product managers, software engineers, and data scientists—to transform conceptual ideas into deployable, user-friendly tools.
• Prototype rapid AI solutions to test hypotheses and iterate based on real-world feedback.
• Monitor deployed models, implement continuous improvement pipelines, and troubleshoot issues to maintain system reliability.

Required Qualifications for AI Engineer

To succeed in this role, candidates should bring hands-on expertise in AI/ML technologies and a proactive mindset. We're looking for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to delivering production-ready AI solutions.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related technical field.
• 3-5+ years of professional experience as an AI Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Python and ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, or LangChain.
• Proven experience deploying models to cloud platforms such as AWS SageMaker, Google Vertex AI, or Azure ML.
• Deep knowledge of data pipelines, ETL processes, vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, FAISS), and handling large datasets.
• Expertise in API development using FastAPI, Flask, or RESTful services, with containerization via Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize models for production, including quantization, pruning, and edge deployment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with experience in collaborative tools like Git, Jira, and Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with MLOps practices, CI/CD for ML, and monitoring tools like Prometheus or MLflow.
• Strong communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Bonus points for experience in generative AI (e.g., GPT models, Stable Diffusion), computer vision, NLP, or domain-specific applications in finance or professional services.

Why Join Robert Half as an AI Engineer?

At Robert Half, we invest in your growth and well-being. Enjoy a competitive salary range of $125,000 - $175,000 (based on experience), plus performance incentives. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with generous matching; paid time off; and professional development opportunities like certifications in AWS, Google Cloud, or advanced AI courses.

Work in a hybrid model with flexibility, leveraging Jacksonville's sunny climate and thriving tech community. Join a company ranked as a top employer, where your AI expertise will contribute to innovative solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Advance your career with mentorship, hackathons, and clear paths to senior roles. Apply now to become part of Robert Half's AI revolution!

This job posting is optimized for AI Engineer jobs in Jacksonville, FL, targeting skills like machine learning deployment, generative AI, and MLOps. Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer.