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Boston University is hiring a Senior AI Engineer AI, Automation, & Data Engineering to build the AI applications and agents that improve how the university operates. The engineer works across the full stack with large language models, retrieval-augmented generation, vector databases, and Model Context Protocol, and shapes prompts and workflows to get the best performance out of each agent. Day-to-day work is shared with the Data Engineering, Automation Engineering, and IT Infrastructure teams.

Highlights

Design, develop, and deploy AI applications and agents that improve operational efficiency and drive strategic outcomes across the university.
Build secure, scalable full-stack solutions that integrate large language models, retrieval-augmented generation, vector databases, and Model Context Protocol.
Engineer and optimize prompts, workflows, and AI-driven experiences to maximize agent performance, accuracy, and business value.
Collaborate with the Data Engineering, Automation Engineering, and IT Infrastructure teams to deliver seamlessly integrated solutions.
Run rigorous testing to keep delivery high quality, and track emerging AI technologies to improve capabilities and development practices.
Hold a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or have comparable work experience.
Bring 5+ years of applicable work experience in AI and software development.
Show full-stack AI development skills across tools such as Python, React, Vue, Node.js, TypeScript, APIs, Git/GitHub, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code, with knowledge of MCP and A2A desirable.
Have hands-on experience with prompt engineering, RAG, embeddings, and modern AI frameworks, plus knowledge of building secure, scalable applications.
The expected hiring range is $120,375 to $150,000 per year at salary Grade 51.

Senior AI Engineer AI, Automation, & Data Engineering Full Description

Category

Charles River Campus --> Professional

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Salary Grade

Grade 51

Expected Hiring Range

Minimum $120,375.00 - Maximum $150,000.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Are you ready to challenge the status quo and help shape the future of higher education and beyond? At Boston University, we are assembling a world-class AI Engineering team to transform operations, drive innovation, and deliver innovative AI applications and agents. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge technologies—Agentic AI frameworks, LLMs, RAG, MCP, A2A, scalable AI architectures—and develop solutions at the forefront of modern artificial intelligence. As a member of the AI Engineering team, you will tackle some of the university's highest priority initiatives while collaborating with our renowned faculty, brilliant students, and industry-leading technical teams. You'll bring your expertise to a vibrant environment that values ingenuity, agility, and impact, where your ideas can make a difference on a global scale.

Together, we'll deliver AI solutions that not only revolutionize university operations but also become models of innovation for institutions worldwide. Join us to make history, develop transformative technology, and work alongside some of the greatest minds in academia and technology. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing environment and want to leave your mark on projects with real-world impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Be part of the team that will define what's possible in AI for academia and beyond.

You Will

Design, develop, and deploy innovative AI applications and agents that improve operational efficiency and drive strategic outcomes across the University.
Build secure, scalable full-stack solutions, integrating modern AI technologies including Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, and Model Context Protocol (MCP).
Engineer and optimize prompts, workflows, and AI-driven experiences to maximize agent performance, accuracy, and business value.
Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams, including Data Engineering, Automation Engineering, and IT Infrastructure, to deliver seamlessly integrated solutions.
Conduct rigorous testing, ensure high-quality delivery, and stay at the forefront of emerging AI technologies to continuously enhance capabilities and development practices.

Required Skills

You Will Have:

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. or comparable work experience.
5+ years of applicable work experience.
Proficiency in full-stack AI development - front-end and back-end (e.g., Python, React, Vue, Node.js, Typescript, API's, databases, Git/GitHub, CI/CD, AI Coding Assistants, Infrastructure as Code, containerization, etc.). Knowledge of recent AI developments (e.g., MCP, A2A, etc.) is desirable.
Hands-on experience with prompt engineering, RAG, embeddings, and modern AI frameworks.
Knowledge of developing secure, scalable applications.

Boston University IS&T invests in our staff and their personal and professional growth. We promote staff learning including lunch and learn sessions, an extensive library of online courses, Fun Advisory Board (FAB) arranges a number of events throughout the year and opportunities to engage with peers at NERCOMP and EDUCAUSE events.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

This position is located at 930 Commonwealth Ave, Dental Health Center/OHC, Boston, MA.

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