Senior AI Engineer

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

. Design, develop, and deploy enterprise Generative AI solutions using commercial and open-source foundation models .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and deploying Generative AI solutions, with a strong focus on Python programming, AI architecture, and integration with enterprise systems. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful AI applications while ensuring compliance with security and governance standards.

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Generative AI Solution DevelopmentPython ProgrammingAI Agent FrameworksAI Security and GovernanceCloud Engineering

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Hard Skills

Generative AIAI Application ArchitecturePrompt EngineeringData Privacy PracticesCustom AI Tool DevelopmentIntegration with APIsData Workflow OptimizationDocument Retrieval TechniquesMCP Server ManagementAI-Powered Automation

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Azure AI FoundryAzure OpenAI ServiceClaude CodeAnthropic APIsAgentic Development Frameworks

Industry Keywords

Enterprise AI SolutionsAI AgentsMulti-Agent SystemsRetrieval-Augmented GenerationCloud-Native Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and deploy enterprise Generative AI solutions using commercial and open-source foundation models
Build and maintain AI agents, agent orchestration frameworks, and multi-agent systems to automate complex business processes
Develop and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures using enterprise knowledge repositories and structured/unstructured data sources
Design and develop custom AI tools, hooks, skills, and integrations to extend agent capabilities and improve business outcomes
Build and maintain MCP servers and related infrastructure to securely integrate AI systems with enterprise applications and services
Develop AI-powered applications using Python, APIs, and cloud-native services
Monitor, optimize, and scale data workflows to improve performance and cost-efficiency
Develop best practices for data engineering processes, documentation, and governance
Partner with infrastructure and security teams to implement scalable, secure, and compliant AI solutions
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and deliver high-impact AI use cases
Provide technical guidance on AI architecture, implementation patterns, and emerging industry capabilities
Partner with business stakeholders, software engineers, architects, and data teams to translate AI opportunities into production-ready solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in lieu of formal education
5–8 years of experience in software engineering, cloud engineering, or AI engineering
2+ years of experience designing and deploying Generative AI or LLM-based solutions in enterprise environments
Strong experience with Python and modern software development practices
Experience building AI agents/frameworks and AI-powered automation solutions
Experience developing custom AI tools, skills, functions, and integrations
Experience integrating AI solutions with enterprise APIs, databases, and SaaS platforms
Strong understanding of prompt engineering, context management, model evaluation, and AI application architecture
Knowledge of vector databases, semantic search, and document retrieval techniques
Strong understanding of AI security, governance, and data privacy practices
Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills and experience working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Legal IT experience is a plus but not required
Experience with Claude Code, Anthropic APIs, MCP servers, and agentic development frameworks preferred
Experience with Azure AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Search, and related Azure AI services preferred
Must not require employer sponsorship for a work visa