Responsibilities
- Design, build, and deploy GenAI-powered chatbots and copilots using Microsoft Copilot Studio
- Own the full solution lifecycle including prompt engineering, topic configuration, flow design, testing, and deployment
- Build and manage Power Automate flows to support AI-driven business logic and data processing
- Integrate AI solutions with structured and unstructured enterprise data using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) patterns
- Connect solutions to Azure OpenAI and enterprise systems via REST APIs
- Write light Python or PowerShell scripts for automation, data preparation, and testing
- Continuously refine prompt logic and system instructions to improve accuracy, safety, and performance
- Collaborate directly with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Participate in client-facing working sessions and solution reviews
- Partner with senior architects on complex integrations and design decisions
Basic qualifications
- Must be a resident of Southern California
- 2–3+ years of experience in software development, platform engineering, or automation
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate and Power Apps
- Proven experience building GenAI solutions using Microsoft Copilot Studio or similar GenAI orchestration tools
- Working knowledge of Azure services such as Azure OpenAI, Functions, Logic Apps, or Storage
- Ability to write and debug basic Python or PowerShell code
- Experience with API integrations and enterprise data sources
- Strong communication skills and comfort working in client-facing environments
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, or Python-based AI frameworks
- Familiarity with vector databases, embeddings, and RAG architectures
- Experience working with structured and unstructured enterprise data
- Microsoft certifications such as PL-100, PL-200, or PL-400
- Prior experience in consulting or professional services environments
- Opportunity to work on enterprise-grade GenAI implementations using modern AI patterns
- Hands-on exposure to Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform, and Azure OpenAI
- Work that goes beyond basic drag-and-drop development
- Chance to grow expertise in applied AI engineering and cloud-based solutions
- Location: Southern California, Hybrid
- Contract Details: $60–$63/hour, 6-month W2 contract
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
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