Senior AI/ML Engineer

66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential.

At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way.

66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential.

At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way. 

We are looking for a Senior AI Engineer to build and scale AI-powered applications using Python and Google Cloud Platform. This role focuses on developing backend systems, APIs, and GenAI solutions such as RAG pipelines and AI agents, with a strong emphasis on production readiness and real-world impact.

• →Design and develop scalable backend services and APIs using Python (Fast API / Django). 
• →Build and deploy GenAI applications including RAG pipelines, AI agents, and LLM integrations. 
• →Architect end-to-end solutions on GCP, covering data ingestion, processing, model integration, and deployment. 
• →Deploy and manage services using Cloud Run, Vertex AI, and other GCP components. 
• →Implement engineering best practices including CI/CD, logging, monitoring, and performance optimization. 
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage work through Jira. 
• →Use GitHub for version control, code reviews, and maintain clean, production-grade code. 
• →Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical design and standards. 

Skills and Qualifications:

• 5–8 years of experience in software engineering with strong expertise in Python. 
• Hands-on experience with backend frameworks such as Fast API and Django. 
• Experience building RESTful APIs and scalable microservices. 
• Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform (Vertex AI, Cloud Run, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, PostgreSQL). 
• Experience with AI agents, Google ADK, and Model Context Protocol (MCP). 
• Exposure GenAI orchestration frameworks (LangChain or similar). 
• Experience working with unstructured data (PDFs, documents, engineering data). 
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and system performance tuning. 
• Experience working with LLMs and GenAI use cases (prompting, integrations, APIs). 
• Hands-on experience with RAG pipelines and vector databases. 
• Experience with GitHub (branching, pull requests, code reviews). 
• Familiarity with Agile workflows and tools like Jira. 

Tech Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: Python, FastAPI, Django.
• Cloud Platform: Google Cloud Platform (Vertex AI, Cloud Run, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Cloud Composer).
• GenAI: LLMs, Prompt Engineering, RAG, AI Agents.
• Vector Databases: Vertex AI Matching Engine, Pinecone, FAISS.
• Tools & Platforms: GitHub, Jira.
• Frameworks: Google ADK, Lang Chain (or equivalent).

As an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights.

These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.