Data Engineer, AI Solutions and Automation - Temporary

Southwestern Public Health is seeking a temporary AI Engineer (AI Solutions and Automation) to support the design, development, testing, and implementation of artificial intelligence, automation, and digital innovation initiatives across the organization.

The role focuses on building secure, maintainable AI-enabled tools, data integrations, and automation solutions that support business processes, information management, and organizational efficiency.

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-enabled tools and applications to support organizational priorities
• Develop solutions using Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Azure AI, Power Platform, and related technologies.
• Create custom AI agents, workflows, and automation solutions that improve organizational efficiency and service delivery.
• Collaborate with business teams to translate operational requirements into technical solutions.

• Design and maintain data architecture required to support AI applications and automation initiatives.
• Optimize system performance, reliability, and maintainability.

• Lead the technical configuration and implementation of AI and data platforms.
• Develop proof-of-concept solutions and pilot technologies.
• Document system architecture, technical specifications, and implementation approaches.
• Provide technical advice related to AI platforms, automation technologies, and digital solutions.

• Ensure technical solutions align with organizational cybersecurity, privacy, and information management requirements.
• Support responsible AI implementation through appropriate security, privacy, monitoring, documentation, and governance controls.
• Assist in the evaluation of emerging technologies and AI capabilities.

• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Data Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

• Minimum three years of experience developing software, automation, data engineering, or AI solutions.
• Demonstrated experience developing, testing, or implementing AI-enabled tools, applications, agents, or automation workflows.
• Experience designing cloud-based solutions and system integrations.
• Experience working with APIs, automation platforms, and enterprise software environments.

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Microsoft Copilot and Copilot Studio
• Azure OpenAI Services
• Microsoft Azure
• Power Automate
• Power Apps
• Python
• REST APIs and system integrations

Strong software development and technical problem-solving abilities.

Ability to design scalable, maintainable technical solutions.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a project environment.

Understanding of privacy, cybersecurity, data governance, accessibility, and responsible AI principles.