Engineering Jobs in Key Biscayne Miami Dade County Fl Remote

What you'll be doing:

We are seeking a technically skilled and highly organized Equipment Project Manager to lead the implementation, standardization, and performance oversight of car wash equipment across our expanding network. This role plays a critical part in supporting new site development, managing post-acquisition integration, and providing end-to-end oversight of equipment systems to ensure consistency, reliability, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, in-depth understanding of car wash equipment systems, and proven experience navigating the technical complexities of both greenfield projects and M&A environments.

Project Oversight – New Developments & Retrofits

• Oversee the full project lifecycle for equipment installation in new builds, site conversions, and expansion projects.
• Collaborate with internal development teams, contractors, and vendors to review site plans, equipment layouts, and infrastructure requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation on equipment specs, layouts, installation standards and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans related to equipment delivery and integration.
• Conduct on-site visits to monitor installation quality, compliance, and performance testing.

M&A Integration – Technical Assessment & Standardization

• Conduct equipment evaluations during due diligence for potential acquisitions, identifying risks, upgrade needs, and integration opportunities.
• Lead the post-acquisition equipment standardization process, including retrofits, control system upgrades, and chemical system alignment.
• Partner with Operations and Facilities teams to ensure smooth transitions and minimal downtime during M&A rollouts.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the bridge between Development, Operations, Facilities, and M&A teams, ensuring alignment on equipment strategy and execution.
• Manage third-party vendors, OEMs, and service providers to maintain accountability for project deliverables and service SLAs.
• Support the development of training materials and SOPs for site managers and maintenance staff regarding equipment operation and troubleshooting.

What you'll bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Systems, Business, or a related field required.
• 7-10 years of project management experience in equipment-intensive environments (car wash, automotive service, industrial equipment, etc.)
• Proven track record managing multiple concurrent projects, including greenfield builds and acquisition integrations.
• Deep technical understanding of car wash systems, including conveyors, arches, chemical delivery, water reclamation, and control systems.
• Proficient in project and task management tools (e.g., MS Project, CMMS, Smartsheet, Procore).
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, electrical schematics, and site layouts.
• Familiarity with automation controls and telemetry systems is a plus.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 85% to oversee project sites and integration efforts.

Preferred Skills:

• High attention to detail and a structured, systems-based mindset.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage timelines under pressure.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with internal teams and external vendors.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on scalability and standardization.

Core Competencies:

Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication

Project Execution & Multisite Coordination

Technical Expertise in Equipment Systems

M&A Integration Acumen

Systems Thinking & Lifecycle Management

Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.

A little bit about us:

Founded in 2011 and proudly headquartered in Miami, El Car Wash is Florida's #1 express car wash and we're just getting started.

At EL, we're not just washing cars. We're transforming the car wash experience. With state-of-the-art technology, eco-friendly practices, and an unmatched customer experience, El Car Wash is setting a whole new standard. Our unlimited wash programs, customer-first amenities, and innovative services make us a destination, not just a stop.

At El Car Wash, our people drive our success. We're passionate about creating a fantastic work environment, empowering neurodivergent individuals, supporting our Veterans, and giving back to the communities we call home. From partnerships with the Florida Panthers and Detroit Lions, to collaborations with Baptist Health, AdventHealth, and Zoo Miami, we're committed to making a difference- both on and off the road.

Join a team that's fast-growing, community-driven, and committed to excellence. Your career is about to shine!

El Car Wash is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Marketing Agency client is seeking a Group Director, Performance Analytics!

Duration: W2 Contract through end of year (~9–10 months), potential to extend

Location: Hybrid in Miami, CA

Rate: $90-$100 an hour on W2

The Group Director, Performance Analytics will serve as a strategic consultant embedded within a client's marketing organization, leading the transformation and advancement of their performance analytics capabilities. This leader will diagnose current-state gaps, design a modern analytics framework, and implement the structure, processes, and measurement rigor required to optimize a large-scale annual media investment with greater speed, precision, and confidence.

In close partnership with internal data, infrastructure, and visualization teams, this role will elevate the organization's analytics maturity—transitioning the function from reactive reporting to proactive, insight-driven decision-making. This includes establishing test-and-learn frameworks, defining core business and marketing performance metrics (e.g., LTV-to-CAC), deploying advanced measurement solutions (MMM, MTA, cross-channel attribution), and ensuring the delivery of timely, impactful insights to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate as a strategic consultant embedded within the client's marketing organization, leading the design and implementation of a comprehensive performance analytics framework.
• Transform the analytics function from a reactive reporting model to a proactive, insights-forward discipline.
• Build and manage a robust media testing program—including match-market testing, incrementality measurement, and creative effectiveness studies.
• Define, align, and socialize mission-critical performance metrics (such as LTV-to-CAC) that serve as organizational "North Stars."
• Guide the application of advanced measurement methodologies, including Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM), Multi-Touch Attribution (MTA), and emerging cross-channel measurement platforms.
• Partner with internal data engineering and dashboarding teams to ensure foundational data structures and pipelines support advanced analytics needs.
• Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights for C-suite and VP-level audiences.
• Influence and develop internal client teams without direct reporting authority—coaching talent, improving processes, and fostering a solution-oriented mindset.
• Set clear expectations, deliver candid feedback, and consistently drive measurable outcomes that build confidence with senior leadership.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience serving as a consultant or transformation leader within an established organization, with a track record of diagnosing capability gaps and driving analytical and operational change.
• Deep expertise building test-and-learn programs and measurement frameworks that quantify media effectiveness and incrementality.
• Hands-on experience with advanced measurement methodologies: MMM, MTA, attribution modeling, and cross-channel measurement platforms.
• Experience developing and embedding key performance metrics such as LTV, CAC, ROI, or other growth-focused frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex analytical concepts into executive-ready narratives and recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including experience presenting to senior executives.
• Proven ability to manage and influence teams without direct authority, including coaching, capability-building, and process leadership.
• A solution-oriented mindset with a history of shifting teams from problem identification to proactive problem-solving.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments undergoing transformation.
• Experience in high-consideration consumer categories (e.g., travel, hospitality, subscription, or similar) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with SaaS-style performance metrics (LTV, CAC, retention, churn) is a strong plus.
• Prior experience leading an analytics function overhaul or building analytical capabilities from the ground up.

Estimator – High-End Commercial Interiors / Hospitality

Miami, FL

$100,000 – $165,000 + Bonus + Great Benefits

Are you a detail-driven estimator who thrives on complex projects and competitive bids?

Join a leading high-end commercial ESOP General Contractor delivering exceptional Class-A office buildouts and luxury hospitality spaces for major clients across South Florida.

I'm looking for multiple Estimator's who can take ownership of the pre-construction process, from analyzing drawings and scoping projects to building strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. If you enjoy turning complex plans into accurate, competitive bids and influencing projects before they even break ground, this role is for you.

As an Estimator, you will:

• Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to scope projects and complete detailed take-offs
• Prepare and manage RFIs, review addenda, and update proposals accordingly
• Collaborate with project teams and clients in weekly coordination meetings
• Provide pre-construction cost analysis using historical data and comparable projects
• Conduct site visits and document existing conditions through photographic reports
• Develop Value Engineering (VE) options and track savings against overall budgets
• Produce clear, comprehensive bid narratives across all trades
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor bids, ensuring full scope coverage
• Manage the bid timeline from RFP through award

We are ideally looking for:

• Background in Construction Management or Engineering preferred
• Proven estimating experience in interior tenant improvements
• Strong ability to interpret preliminary plans and anticipate scope gaps or conflicts
• Experience building and analyzing project schedules and long-lead items
• Deep understanding of subcontractor scopes and landlord rules/regulations

You'll work with a range of industry-standard tools to support accurate and efficient estimating, including Procore, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and Excel, using them to analyse drawings, complete take-offs, manage documentation, and build detailed, competitive project estimates.

You will join a team working on high-profile commercial and hospitality interior projects, be part of an employee-owned company (ESOP) where your contributions directly impact the company's success and collaborate with a highly experienced team in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

Interested?

For a confidential conversation, call or text Scott at

You can also send your updated resume to to learn more.

BASIC PURPOSE: Responsible for turning the reservation system strategy roadmap into specific scope / features and for organizing those items into a backlog for their team. Analyze available data, experiment as required, and determine which capabilities are most likely to achieve the business objectives defined in the product strategy. Work in heavy collaboration with stakeholders and with an understanding of our business model.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the Owner and primary author to document improvement themes in confluence, epics in Jira, and stories / tasks in Jira with complete description, business rules and acceptance criteria to make sure objectives and vision are clear.
• Collaborate with the cross-functional delivery team during team ceremonies and represent the product management viewpoint.
• Lead design thinking sessions with the delivery team and relevant stakeholders to clarify problem statements and objectives, identify potential solutions, and paths for investigation / experimentation / execution.
• Emphasize \"fast feedback\" within the team by being available to answer questions.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and how users interact with reservation system product to incorporate into the product backlog.
• Utilize data and experimental evidence to generate and prioritize high-value backlog items using a value vs effort analysis.
• Collaborate with portfolio and business relationship management teams to size and prioritize requests for new deliverables.
• Collaborate with architect owner and delivery coach to ensure that all team members are aware of the team's approach, progress, upcoming activities, and potential blockers.
• Facilitate demos to senior stakeholders as needed to serve as an \"information radiator\".
• Lead the execution of UAT testing by facilitating end-to-end testing as required.
• Perform other job-related functions as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or other related field of study; or any combination of relevant work experience and education.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 3 years' of experience in the product management space in the role of Agile Product Owner, Experience with cruise, and travel industry a plus

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of modern product delivery practices (agile, lean, etc.) where product design and delivery are parallel activities. Knowledge of value canvasing and business case development. Ability to form essential links/partnerships between product owners and the team. Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment. Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Keen attention to detail. Strong initiative, priority setting, and collaboration skills. Knowledge of product discovery approaches and conducting end-user research. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, Jira, Confluence, and SQL querying a plus. Ability to effectively persuade, influence and motivate in order to achieve objectives. Knowledge of design thinking and ability to facilitate design thinking workshops. Knowledge of hypothesis driven development and product experimentations

Company: Barton Malow Builders

Job Location: Charlotte, NC

Position: Sr. Superintendent – Healthcare Market

REQ ID: 11687

Please note, this opportunity is for those interested in relocation to Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance is available.

Barton Malow is looking for an experienced Construction Superintendent to join our team in Charlotte, NC The Superintendent is responsible for the supervision and coordination of various Barton Malow team members and/or contractors who perform work and/or execute work in a timely fashion and in accordance with plans and specifications while ensuring a quality product for the owner.

One of the initial projects for this role will include an 87-acre medical campus with a freestanding medical office building (MOB) of approximately 62,300 SF and 3-stories to house potential programs such as: Oncology, Primary Care, Radiology, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, Urgent Care, Women's Health, Lab, Retail Pharmacy, Foodservice, Administration, and Education space. The site will also include a new greenfield hospital building of approximately 152,000 SF and 4-stories. It's an exciting time to join this expanding team!

Responsibilities:

• Assists with the development of work scopes and front-end documents for bidding to create clear and concise scopes of work, assists with bid processes, including participation in post-bid interviews and answering bidder questions, identifies potential contractors to bid based on project requirements and ability to perform intended scope.
• Enforces corporate safety policies on jobsite, including pre-task safety planning and providing key responsibility for safety compliance in the field.
• Organizes/manages day-to-day on-site field labor force.
• Supervises, coordinates, and sequences contractor's work to minimize interference between various contractors on the project.
• Assists PM with management of overall budget and forecasting of usage, by helping to control costs and monitoring potential changes from contractors, including time and materials.
• Develop site logistics plans for the entire project with assistance to maximize productivity and minimize impacts to building occupants.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of direct supervision of projects, including trades
• 4-year technical/engineering degree or equivalent combination of education/experience required
• Strong ability to effectively communicate with all members of the team, including contractors, architects, and owners
• Ability to negotiate and professionally handle conflicts and confrontations
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and methods, performance standards, environmental regulations, and workplace safety
• Market experience can include higher education, aerospace, and sports facilities, but previous healthcare construction experience is required.

Barton Malow is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight or marital status.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged and under contract to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without prior agreement will be considered the property of Barton Malow with the right to engage at our sole discretion without any obligations or fees owed.

WHO WE ARE

Delta Engineers, Architects, & Surveyors (Delta) is a multidisciplinary AEC firm founded in upstate New York in 1976. Along with our corporate headquarters located near the intersection of Interstates 81, 86 and 88, Delta has additional offices across Central New York and Chevy Chase, MD, together with remote team members located across the US. We deliver engineering and architectural design services for multiple market sectors along with providing environmental, survey, landscape architecture, and ecological services to public and private clients located throughout the continental US. Delta team members take advantage of terrific opportunities to advance professionally in a supportive team-oriented culture while enjoying generous compensation and benefits package.

WHO WE NEED

We are seeking a versatile and team-oriented Structural Project Engineer in our Structural Team, ideally located in the Syracuse or Albany, NY area, or at our Endwell, NY office. Candidates located outside the designated office locations may qualify for full remote work, subject to company policy. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. A PE is also required. Experience should include structural analysis, design, and detailing for concrete, steel, and aluminum structures. Experience with cable design is preferred.

The primary duties associated with this position include:

• The candidate should be proficient with the International Building Code (IBC); ASCE-7; ACI 318; ADM-2020; and AISC.
• Performing challenging 3-dimensional structural analyses and designs for a wide variety of clients using various state-of-the-art design software, including RISA 3D, SAP, RAM, and RISA Foundation.
• Responsible for serving as lead project engineer, i.e., taking responsibility for developing design, preparing detailed structural drawings using AutoCAD and REVIT, and specifications. This includes coordinating the work of junior team members and amongst other trades.
• Solving engineering problems using experience, judgment, and education and knowing when to ask for assistance when required.
• Write and review related reports for the services provided.
• Scoping projects and assisting project managers with proposal creation.
• Serving as a Quality Control reviewer for the designs of team members.
• Assisting the Team Leader in initiating, developing, and implementing continuous team improvement initiatives.
• Supporting structural work in our building projects within the Structural Facilities Group as workload warrants.
• Attending client meetings/presentations in the daytime or evenings.
• Communicating with client representatives, contractors, and suppliers.
• Participating in site visits/inspections/documentation during construction.
• Work on a variety of projects including schools, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and governmental projects.
• This position requires an individual that has strong technical abilities with good organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced market.

Additional duties will include preparing structural designs; prepare structural design summaries and detailed drawings using AutoCAD and REVIT; consider alternate designs and value engineering; and meeting scheduled project deadlines.

Delta is driven to exceed our clients' expectations on every project. Accordingly, the successful applicant for this position must be willing to occasionally work adjusted hours/overtime.

WHAT WE OFFER

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000-$110,000 (Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities along with an internal equity and alignment with market area data.)

The following are a few of the benefits that we offer:

• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick time
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Optional Vision, LTD and Term Life Insurance
• Enhanced Short Term Disability
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Professional Licensing Reimbursement
• Recruitment Bonus Program

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our biotech client is seeking a Communications Project Manager to support Corporate Communications and R&D Communications in a part-time freelance capacity.

This is an ongoing 20 hours/week role with an expected duration of 6 months, with potential to extend. This position is fully remote and you will be reporting directly to the VP, Enterprise Communications.

The Communications Project Manager will serve as an operational and organizational engine for two fast-moving communications teams. This role ensures projects progress on schedule, leadership receives accurate and timely reporting, and executive-ready materials are consistently delivered. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, experienced in cross-functional communications, and comfortable working directly with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Compile weekly project updates for the VP to support executive staff meeting discussions.
• Prepare and maintain monthly team reports for Corporate Communications and R&D Communications.
• Build quarterly business reviews (QBRs), consolidating inputs from multiple workstreams into executive-ready presentations.
• Create and update executive briefing books (1-2 per week), synthesizing complex information into clear, strategic narratives.
• Attend weekly team meetings (Wednesdays at 10 AM PST and Thursdays at 11 AM PST), maintaining agendas, tracking follow-ups, and ensuring all commitments are completed.
• Coordinate project inputs across cross-functional partners; track progress, identify risks, and flag blockers.
• Gather updates from stakeholders and ensure completeness, clarity, and alignment to team priorities.
• Synthesize themes across projects to identify patterns, insights, and strategic throughlines for reporting.
• Prepare materials in polished, executive-ready formats.
• Maintain project trackers, shared documents, and operational workflows across Airtable, OneNote, and Teams.
• Support the operational organization of both communications teams as they undergo structural changes, helping maintain consistency, accountability, and predictable information flow.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, communications, executive support, or similar roles
• Experience supporting executive communications or communications teams.
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated success managing multiple deadlines and stakeholder inputs.
• Proactive, self-starting working style with a Type A attention to detail.
• Exceptional written communication skills and comfort preparing executive-level materials.
• Ability to confidently engage senior leaders to request updates, clarify details, and push for high quality inputs.
• Comfortable synthesizing information and identifying key themes, insights, and priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills and a personable, professional presence.

Software Required:

• Airtable
• Workfront
• PowerPoint
• OneNote

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data, including medical data.

Benefits

Job Title: Director of Analytics & Insights (Amazon Agency)

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Alternate location: Or home based anywhere in the US

Industry: Ecommerce (Amazon Agency)

Channel: Mostly Amazon and

Direct Reports: Team of 5-6 Analysts

Visa: No sponsorship possible. Must have valid work authorization

Job ID: ZR_9557_JOB

Remote work policy: Full remote

Job Seniority: Executive Level, Middle Management Level

Company size: Medium (50-1000 ppl)

Company Ownership: Privately Owned

Industry(ies): Ecommerce, Consumer Goods,

Function(s): eCommerce,

Region(s): Arizona, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Las Vegas, Los Angeles Area, New Orleans, NORTH AMERICA, USA, Dallas, California, Fort Lauderdale / West Palm Beach, Houston, Colorado, Connecticut, San Francisco Area, Florida, Miami, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York City area, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington DC, Maryland, Delaware, Washington

Company Description

Our client is a well-established ecommerce services organization that supports brands in building and scaling their presence across major online marketplaces (Amazon and mostly). With a long-standing track record in digital commerce, the firm provides strategic and operational support spanning retail, media, creative and performance enablement. Its environment is collaborative, entrepreneurial and data-driven, with a strong emphasis on translating complexity into clear business value.

Objective of the Role

Our client is seeking a Director of Analytics & Insights to lead the strategic development of its measurement and insights capability. This individual will define how performance is measured, interpreted and communicated across client engagements, with a particular focus on ecommerce, digital advertising effectiveness and broader brand growth.

The role is designed for a senior leader who can combine technical depth with business judgment. The successful candidate will establish a clear vision for analytics and reporting, strengthen the quality of insight generation across the organization, and help create scalable frameworks that enable client teams to translate data into action. This position will also play an important role in shaping how advanced tools, automation and artificial intelligence support a modern analytics function.

Ideal Profile

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in ecommerce analytics, digital advertising measurement and commercial insight generation, ideally gained within a brand-led environment, an agency, or a similarly complex client-facing business. A deep understanding of marketplace ecosystems is essential, particularly in relation to Amazon advertising, Amazon Marketing Cloud, omnichannel measurement and upper-funnel media effectiveness.

This person should be equally credible in technical and executive settings: capable of engaging with analysts, data partners and technical teams while also presenting clear, actionable conclusions to senior leadership. The right profile will combine strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment and the ability to bring structure to an evolving function.

Responsibilities

• Define and advance the analytics and insights vision for the organization.
• Establish scalable measurement frameworks covering retail performance, advertising effectiveness, brand growth and operational health.
• Lead and develop the analytics team, strengthening capabilities, role clarity and professional growth.
• Create clear standards for reporting, dashboards and insight delivery across client accounts.
• Improve the quality of interpretation by ensuring data is translated into commercial recommendations and action plans.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on advanced ecommerce measurement, including Amazon Marketing Cloud and omnichannel analytics.
• Partner with internal technology and engineering teams to improve data infrastructure, automation and reporting efficiency.
• Evaluate the current operating model and clarify ownership between analytics, reporting and client-facing teams.
• Support the development of advanced analyses that go beyond standard dashboard reporting and provide deeper strategic value.
• Ensure analytical output remains relevant, accurate, decision-oriented and aligned with the evolving needs of clients and the business.

Requirements

• Significant experience in analytics and insights leadership, including team management.
• Strong expertise in digital advertising measurement and ecommerce performance analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Amazon advertising tools, metrics and measurement methodologies, including Amazon Marketing Cloud.
• Familiarity with omnichannel measurement, customer journey analysis and upper-funnel media evaluation.
• Advanced capability in SQL and experience with business intelligence and visualization platforms such as Tableau, Looker or similar tools.
• Working knowledge of statistical or analytical tools such as Python, R or equivalent.
• Ability to design measurement frameworks that connect media investment to broader business outcomes.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex analysis for non-technical audiences.
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree is advantageous.

IDR is hiring for a 6 Month Contract to Hire Technical Product Owner
Join a leading organization in the data technology sector, where innovation and agility drive success. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to influence key data engineering initiatives, collaborating across diverse teams to deliver impactful digital products. If you're passionate about data solutions, thrive in fast-paced environments, and possess a strong technical acumen, this is your chance to make a difference and grow your career.

Position Overview for the Technical Product Owner:
• Act as a pivotal link between Data Engineering teams and business stakeholders to facilitate successful technology delivery across digital products
• Manage and prioritize data engineering product backlog, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
• Author user stories and acceptance criteria, leading refinement sessions and sprint planning
• Lead Agile ceremonies including daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure smooth delivery
• Utilize data and AI tools to analyze issues, optimize workflows, and maintain high quality in product artifacts

Requirements for the Technical Product Owner:
• Proven experience in stakeholder interaction and managing product backlogs in an Agile environment
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to communicate complex technical requirements effectively
• Proficiency with SQL, data engineering processes, and related technologies such as Azure SQL, Data Factory, SSIS, and Azure Data Lake
• Familiarity with Microsoft tech stack and data delivery tools is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of data engineering concepts and successful delivery of technical products

What's in it for you?
• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible hours, supporting a dynamic team that values innovation and autonomy
• Competitive pay rate of $60-68/hr, leading to an annualized salary of approximately $135,000 + 10% STIP
• Be part of a company with a strong focus on data-driven solutions and cutting-edge technology adoption
• Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven processes and advanced data engineering tools

Why IDR?
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
REMOTE

Applied AI Engineer

Compensation:

• Up to $150,000 base salary (direct hire w2 only, no c2c, no 1099), (flexibility on base salary for exceptional experience)

Location:

• Hybrid / Onsite - Greater Kansas City Metro Area
• 3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote
• Candidates must currently reside in the KC metro area or be willing to relocate within a reasonable timeframe
• Fully remote candidates cannot be considered

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• No current or future visa sponsorship available

Engagement Type:

• Full time, direct hire only
• No third-party agencies, consulting firms, C2C, or 1099 arrangements

About the Opportunity

Vaco Highspring is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a global enterprise organization with a strong technology footprint, including a proprietary SaaS platform and a technology?enabled services business.

The organization is making a focused investment in artificial intelligence to improve internal efficiency, modernize workflows, and embed intelligent capabilities into its software platform. This role offers meaningful ownership and visibility, with a mandate to build and deploy AI systems that have real, production level impact.

The Role

As an Applied AI Engineer, you will play a key role in integrating AI across internal systems and a customer facing SaaS platform. You will work hands on with large language models (LLMs) and modern AI tooling to automate processes, build internal tools, and deliver intelligent product features.

This is a production focused role operating at the intersection of engineering, product, and business operations, with close collaboration across teams in a hybrid/onsite environment. (3-days per week onsite in Greater Kansas City Metro Area, 2-days remote work.)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable AI powered services and tools to streamline internal workflows across multiple teams (e.g., operations, content, sales, support).
• Develop and deliver intelligent features within a proprietary SaaS platform.
• Integrate, manage, and optimize multiple LLMs and AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI style, Anthropic style, or comparable providers).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including guidance on architecture, best practices, and performance.
• Build and maintain backend systems and APIs that support AI functionality across products and services.
• Design infrastructure for model serving, orchestration, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Implement fallback strategies, model routing, and cost performance optimization.
• Partner cross functionally with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to identify high impact AI opportunities.
• Apply best practices related to data privacy, security, compliance, and responsible AI use.
• Stay current with advancements in AI, LLMs, and MLOps, introducing new approaches where appropriate.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience with multiple years of experience in a production environment deploying AI/ML applications or infrastructure.
• Proven experience applying LLMs or similar AI models to real business or product challenges.
• Strong backend engineering skills (Python and/or TypeScript preferred).
• Experience with AI/ML orchestration and deployment tools (e.g., LangGraph style frameworks, Airflow like systems, Kubeflow, Ray, or workflow automation tools).
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Front end development experience in areas like React, Node.js, Web Development, front end web product design
• Solid understanding of MLOps practices, including deployment, monitoring, logging, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of data privacy, security, and ethical AI considerations.
• Experience supporting SaaS platforms or technology driven products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Passion for applying AI in practical, high impact ways.

Why This Role

• High visibility and ownership of AI initiatives
• Opportunity to build AI systems that directly impact business outcomes
• Emphasis on production grade systems, not experimentation alone
• Collaborative, hybrid environment with close access to stakeholders

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.