> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2431161-applied-ai-engineer-python-ai](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2431161-applied-ai-engineer-python-ai). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Applied AI Engineer (Python/AI)

- **Company:** BrightPlan LLC
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $155,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software as a Service, Data Systems, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Backend, Fastapi, Automation Anywhere
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=76ecef0618b84082

## About the Role

* 3+ years of software engineering experience
 * Strong Python development experience
 * Proven proficiency with AI-powered coding tools (Anthropic's Claude Code preferred)
 * Experience building backend services or APIs
 * Experience working with LLM APIs, generative AI services, or AI-enabled capabilities in applications
 * Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
 * Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team

Nice to Have

 * Experience with FastAPI or similar frameworks
 * Familiarity with prompt evaluation or LLM testing approaches
 * Experience integrating AI into production SaaS platforms
 * Experience working in fintech or B2B SaaS

## Description

We are looking for an Applied AI Engineer to help build and expand AI-powered product features across our platform, with an initial focus on enhancing our AI Coach experience.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys the practical application of generative AI in production environments and works closely with product managers and engineers to translate ideas into production-ready features for customers. You will combine Python development, prompt design, and structured data work to deliver user-facing AI functionality.

This is an opportunity to work on high-impact AI features in a real-world fintech environment.

Success in this role requires more than experience with AI tools. We value engineers who use AI thoughtfully to explore ideas, accelerate development, and continuously improve solutions while applying sound engineering judgement to build reliable production systems.

What You'll Do

 * Build and enhance AI-powered product features in collaboration with product and engineering teams
 * Write and refine prompts to improve response quality and feature performance
 * Develop Python-based services and APIs supporting AI workflows
 * Work with structured data in PostgreSQL and vector-based data systems supporting AI applications
 * Contribute to feature implementation in FastAPI-based systems
 * Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity, accelerate experimentation, and continuously refine implementation approaches
 * Participate in technical discussions around feature design and implementation

What Success Looks Like

 * Contribute meaningfully to the delivery of AI-powered product features within your first 60-90 days
 * Improve the performance, consistency, and reliability AI-powered product capabilities through thoughtful implementation and continuous iteration
 * Contribute effectively within sprint-based engineering delivery
 * Demonstrate strong technical judgment in balancing speed, quality, reliability, and maintainability


## Related Videos

- [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Bitpanda’s AI First Approach](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1841-wearedevelopers-live-bitpanda-s-ai-first-approach)
- [Optimizing Discovery: PostgreSQL's Role in Transforming GetYourGuide's Search](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1647-optimizing-discovery-postgresql-s-role-in-transforming-getyourguide-s-search)
- [Intro to FastAPI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/462-intro-to-fastapi)
- [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock)
- [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape)
- [Discover the open source trio you didn’t expect: .NET and PostgreSQL on Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2042-discover-the-open-source-trio-you-didn-t-expect-net-and-postgresql-on-linux)

## Related Articles

- [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer)
- [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development)
- [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)
- [Dev Digest 137 - AI'm not sure about this](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/485-dev-digest-137-ai-m-not-sure-about-this)
- [The Prompt Engineer ✍️](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/216-the-prompt-engineer)
- [The State of WebDev AI 2025 Results: What Can We Learn?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/581-the-state-of-webdev-ai-2025-results-what-can-we-learn)