Hakkoda, an IBM Company, is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to join their modern data consultancy team. This role combines technical expertise in AI with client-facing responsibilities, focusing on developing and deploying sophisticated AI solutions, particularly in large language models (LLMs), agents, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines.
The position requires a seasoned professional with 5-7 years of experience in AI engineering or machine learning, offering a salary range of $50,000 to $84,000 annually. The role is hybrid, with locations in Heredia, Costa Rica, and Lisbon, Portugal, providing flexibility in work arrangement.
As a Senior AI Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge AI solutions across major platforms including Snowflake, AWS, and Google Cloud. The role demands strong technical capabilities in Python, RAG architecture, vector search, and embedding pipelines, combined with excellent client-facing and leadership skills.
The company offers an impressive benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible PTO, and professional development opportunities. Hakkoda's culture emphasizes learning, growth, and collaboration, making it an ideal environment for ambitious AI professionals.
This position is perfect for someone who combines technical depth with business acumen, as you'll be responsible for not just developing solutions but also leading client engagements and mentoring junior team members. The role offers significant opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding organization that's shaping the future of AI implementation in enterprise environments.
Working at Hakkoda means joining a diverse, inclusive team distributed across North America, Latin America, and Europe, with the chance to work on challenging projects that make a real difference. The company's status as an IBM subsidiary provides additional stability and resources while maintaining the dynamic atmosphere of a modern consultancy.