Senior Python– AI​/Agentic Developer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior Python AI - AI/Agentic Systems for a contract assignment with one of our premier Healthcare Services clients in Jacksonville, FL. (Occasional onsite visits required to office)

• This is a W-2 opportunity due to client requirements.
• The client is unable to provide sponsorship, facilitate visa transfers, or engage third-party C2C candidates.
• The final interview will be conducted in person in Jacksonville, FL.
• This role has the potential to convert to a full-time employee (FTE) position.

• Architecture & Development
  • Design and implement production-grade AI agent systems using Lang Graph and Agent Core frameworks
  • Develop and maintain agentic AI solutions that integrate with enterprise systems while adhering to security standards and configuration baselines
  • Build and optimize MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers and clients for seamless agent-to-system communication
  • Architect scalable Python-based applications supporting complex AI workflows and multi-agent orchestration
• Security & Compliance
  • Ensure all developed systems comply with organizational security standards, including Database Technology Security Standard (1500) and Secure Coding and Application Design Security Standard (2509)
  • Implement secure coding practices aligned with CIS and DISA STIG guidelines
  • Collaborate with Information Security to integrate technical controls and security baselines into agent systems
  • Maintain audit trails and nonrepudiation requirements for all data transformation operations performed by AI agents
  • Ensure systems do not leverage unapproved databases or persist restricted/confidential data on end-user devices
• Integration & Operations
  • Integrate AI agents with enterprise databases and applications following vendor recommendations and tested configurations
  • Work with Architecture Review Board processes for technology evaluation and implementation approval
  • Support deployment of agents in SOC2 and HITRUST-compliant environments
  • Maintain systems at vendor-approved release versions to protect against known security vulnerabilities
• Collaboration & Knowledge Management
  • Partner with Information Security and Database Administration teams on security implementation and incident response
  • Participate in security exception request processes when necessary
  • Contribute to organizational security awareness and best practices documentation
  • Stay current with AI/ML security trends, threat intelligence, and emerging vulnerabilities

• Related Bachelor's degree in an IT related field or relevant work experience
• 5-8 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of transferable experience demonstrating proficiency and experience in design, implementation, monitoring and troubleshooting technology
• 5+ years professional Python development experience
• 3+ years hands-on experience with Lang Graph framework and agentic AI system design
• 2+ years demonstrated expertise building and deploying AI Agents in production environments
• 2+ years experience developing and managing MCP servers and clients
• 2+ years working with Agent Core or equivalent enterprise AI orchestration frameworks
• Strong understanding of multi-agent system architecture and agent communication patterns
• Proficiency in secure coding practices and application security design
• Experience with enterprise database technologies and data governance
• Security & Compliance Knowledge
  • Demonstrated understanding of healthcare/enterprise security standards and compliance frameworks
  • Experience implementing audit logging and nonrepudiation controls
  • Familiarity with SOC2, HITRUST, or equivalent compliance requirements
  • Knowledge of CIS and DISA STIG guidelines as applied to application development
• Professional Competencies
  • Advanced problem-solving and system design capabilities
  • Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with security and infrastructure teams
  • Ability to balance innovation with security and compliance requirements
  • Experience working in regulated environments (healthcare, financial services, or equivalent)

• Experience with vector databases and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems
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