Summary: Seeking an AI Engineer (Backend) to build, deploy, and support robust AI-driven backend systems, emphasizing OpenAI API integration and collaboration with data science and DevOps. Highlights: 1. Design and improve backend infrastructure for AI and LLM-based applications 2. Deploy, scale, and oversee LLM-powered solutions in cloud platforms 3. Develop APIs and microservices to deliver AI functionalities We are looking for an AI Engineer (Backend) to join our organization. In this role, you will be responsible for building, deploying, and supporting robust AI\-driven backend systems, with a strong emphasis on integrating OpenAI APIs into live environments. You will work alongside data science, DevOps, and cloud specialists to automate deployment, monitor system health, and optimize AI\-powered processes. *We accept* *CVs in English only.* **Responsibilities** * Design and improve backend infrastructure for AI and LLM\-based applications * Deploy, scale, and oversee LLM\-powered solutions in cloud platforms * Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment activities * Oversee the performance and reliability of AI services, making necessary adjustments * Establish observability and logging frameworks to monitor LLM API usage and performance * Work in partnership with DevOps and data science teams to enhance workflow efficiency and system dependability * Leverage cloud services, with a focus on Azure, for hosting and expanding AI solutions * Develop APIs and microservices to deliver AI functionalities **Requirements** * At least 2 years of experience as a backend AI Engineer * Strong proficiency in Python backend development, particularly using FastAPI * Background in integrating and managing LLM APIs (such as OpenAI) in production settings * Understanding of prompt engineering and orchestration strategies for LLMs * Skills in mitigating LLM challenges, such as latency, cost efficiency, retries, and fallback mechanisms * Experience architecting scalable backend systems for LLM\-based APIs * Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases, including Redis and Kafka * Practical experience with Databricks for data engineering and analytics * Acquainted with Model Context Protocol (MCP) for model management and integration * English language proficiency at B2\+ level or higher, both written and spoken **Nice to have** * Exposure to agentic workflows for advanced AI process automation * Knowledge of Model Context Protocol to support model interoperability **We offer** * Learning Culture \- We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally * Health Coverage \- Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family * Visual Benefit \- Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200\.000 COP for any visual health expenses * Life Insurance Plan \- We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full\-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone. * Medical Leave Coverage \- We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us * Professional Growth Opportunities \- We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally * Stock Option Purchase Plan \- As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization * Additional Income \- Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways * Community Benefit \- You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams! *Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.* EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi\-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting\-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.