Full Stack Python​/AI Engineer​/Cedar Rapids, IA LOCAL

Cedar Rapids, Iowa Onsite Full  Time $110k - $150k
Our client, a leading aerospace technology company, is hiring a full-time, onsite Full Stack AI Engineer to build AI-powered applications and automation used across the aerospace industry. The role centers on Python, full-stack development, and LLM frameworks such as Lang Chain and Haystack to create agentic workflows that automate testing and engineering processes.
* This role is 5 days onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA
* This is a true builder role. You will design Generative AI tools and proof-of-concepts from the ground up and watch engineers put them to work. Our client wants a hands-on developer who has built AI solutions, whether professionally or through meaningful personal projects, and who enjoys rapidly prototyping, testing, and iterating. You will explore how emerging GenAI technologies can be applied in safety-critical environments, contribute ideas across multiple projects, and work within a collaborative technology team.

Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on software development experience Full-stack development experience across front end, back end, APIs/integrations, and application logic Strong Python skills

Experience with Unix/Linux environments Hands-on experience building and deploying Generative AI applications

Experience with LLM frameworks such as Lang Chain, Haystack, or similar technologies Experience developing complex applications or systems from concept through execution
Desired Skills & Experience Practical understanding of AI/ML concepts through professional work, research, or substantial personal development Curiosity and a willingness to experiment with emerging AI technologies Strong communication and collaboration skills
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown 35% Python back-end services and integrations 30% Generative AI and agentic workflows (Lang Chain, Haystack, or similar) 20% Front-end interfaces 15% Unix/Linux environments

Daily Responsibilities 65% Hands On (building GenAI applications, agentic workflows, and testing automation tools) 15% Prototyping and experimenting with emerging GenAI technologies 20% Team Collaboration (working with engineers to identify problems AI can solve and providing technical guidance)
The Offer Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Vacation Time Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.