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Position Title: Applied AI Systems Engineer

Location: Orange County, California (Hybrid)

Reports To: Head of Operations

Position Summary

This role is responsible for architecting, building, and deploying a production-grade AI operating system that automates core workflows across leasing, property management, accounting, construction coordination, and asset management.

The engineer will design and implement AI agents, document intelligence systems, and workflow automation pipelines that reduce manual processing, improve accuracy, and increase operational scalability across a commercial real estate portfolio.

This position requires strong systems thinking, rigorous technical execution, and the ability to translate complex operational processes into reliable automation.

Core Objectives

• Build an internal AI platform that automates high-volume operational workflows
• Reduce manual processing time and administrative overhead
• Improve accuracy, speed, and decision visibility across departments
• Establish scalable systems that support portfolio growth without proportional staffing increases

Primary Responsibilities

• AI Platform Architecture & Development
• Design and deploy AI agents to automate operational and administrative workflows
• Build LLM-powered systems for document review, data extraction, and decision support
• Develop retrieval-based systems leveraging leases, financial data, contracts, and SOPs
• Implement evaluation, monitoring, and continuous improvement frameworks

Lease & Document Intelligence Automation

• Build tools to extract key lease terms, obligations, and risk clauses
• Automates lease abstraction and document comparison workflows
• Develop compliance and deadline tracking systems
• Enable searchable knowledge retrieval across lease and legal documents

Leasing & Asset Management Automation

• Automate LOI comparison and deal workflow summaries
• Build dashboards summarizing tenant performance, lease milestones, and risk exposure
• Support market intelligence and tenant prospecting research
• Develop underwriting support and reporting tools

Property Management & Financial Workflow Automation

• Automate CAM reconciliation data processing and variance detection
• Streamline tenant reporting and communication workflows
• Track vendor contracts, compliance deadlines, and service obligations
• Extract and structure financial data from operational documents

Data Infrastructure & Knowledge Systems

• Structure internal documents and data for AI retrieval and automation
• Build document ingestion, indexing, and retrieval pipelines
• Implement vector search and knowledge retrieval systems
• Maintain data integrity, access control, and auditability

Systems Integration & Deployment

• Integrate AI tools with property management, accounting, CRM, and document platforms
• Deploy systems within secure cloud environments
• Implement logging, monitoring, performance, and cost controls
• Ensure reliability and scalability of deployed systems

Collaboration & Implementation

• Translate operational workflows into technical automation solutions
• Work directly with leadership to prioritize automation opportunities
• Train teams and implement adoption workflows
• Establish standards for responsible and secure AI usage

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative discipline
• Demonstrated success in a rigorous academic or research environment
• 3–7+ years building production software, automation systems, or applied AI solutions
• Strong Python development and API integration experience
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data
• Experience deploying systems in cloud environments
• Strong understanding of system architecture and data pipelines
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving ability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building document intelligence or contract analysis systems
• Experience with retrieval systems and vector databases
• Experience automating financial or operational workflows
• Experience integrating AI into business operations environments
• Experience in real estate, finance, logistics, or operations-heavy industries
• Evidence of research, technical publications, competitive programming, or open-source contributions

Technical Environment (Representative)

• Python and API-based architectures
• LLM platforms and agent orchestration frameworks
• Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• SQL and vector databases
• Workflow orchestration and automation tools
• Version control, logging, and monitoring systems

Success Metrics

• Performance in this role will be evaluated by:
• Reduction in manual administrative workload
• Automation coverage across operational workflows
• Accuracy and reliability of AI-driven outputs
• Adoption and usage across departments
• Operational efficiency gains and cost reductions

Work Environment

• Hybrid work model with in-person collaboration in Orange County
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership and operational teams
• High autonomy in system architecture and implementation decisions

Join the top full-mechanical contractor in the West — now expanding nationwide.

We deliver innovative, industry-changing commercial and healthcare projects and foster a culture that is truly unmatched. We offer excellent benefits, including employee ownership, 401k matching, and internal growth opportunities. Apply today for immediate consideration!

We are seeking a Mid-Level to Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team. If you’re passionate about HVAC design, thrive in a collaborative design-build environment, and want exposure to everything from commercial packaged systems to complex central plants and laboratory exhaust systems — we want to connect.

This position plays a key role in the HVAC design-build process — from concept development through construction coordination. You’ll collaborate with fellow engineers, preconstruction executives, project managers, and field teams to deliver safe, energy-efficient, and constructible mechanical systems across diverse commercial sectors including healthcare, high-rise, entertainment, transportation, biotech, laboratories, and more.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC design for commercial projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; PE license strongly preferred
• Experience with vertical market segments noted above
• Notable experience with complex HVAC systems including custom air handling units, hydronic systems such as chilled and heating hot water, DDC controls, and central plants
• Proficiency in Revit MEP
• Experience with load and energy modeling software (Trace, HAP, eQuest, EnergyPro, EnergyPlus, etc.)
• Must be able to communicate in a professional manner, be able to work with various personalities and work styles, and be a collaborative team-player aligned with our core values of Family, Loyalty, and Respect
• Proven ability to meet fast deadlines, and prioritize tasks.

No third-party candidates will be accepted. This job description is not intended to detail every responsibility but to provide a general overview. As the nature of business demands change, so may the essential functions of this position. Salary range reflects total compensation. We are unable to offer work sponsorship for this position.

Senior Finance Manager

We’re hiring a highly technical Senior Finance Manager to help shape enterprise financial strategy as a real assets platform moves from rapid growth into a more institutional operating model.

This position blends corporate finance, portfolio-level analytics, and structured capital markets work. You’ll be the “modeling engine” for leadership—building institutional-quality models from the ground up and translating outputs into clear recommendations around capitalization, liquidity, and long-term value creation.

You’ll partner closely with senior decision-makers to consolidate portfolio cash flows, evaluate recapitalization paths, test securitization/structured finance options, optimize cost of capital, and uphold rigorous underwriting and diligence standards.

Key Responsibilities

1) Corporate & Portfolio Financial Strategy

• Create and maintain fully integrated three-statement corporate financial models
• Build portfolio roll-ups that consolidate asset-level operating performance and cash flows
• Evaluate recapitalization outcomes (e.g., buyout, minority/structured equity, alternative capital solutions)
• Model securitization concepts backed by stabilized affordable-housing cash flows
• Assess valuation, NAV, and cost-of-capital implications across scenarios
• Deliver sensitivity and scenario analysis to support capital allocation decisions

2) Capital Markets & Capital Stack Optimization

• Analyze refinancing approaches and structured debt alternatives
• Model multi-tranche debt structures and distribution waterfalls
• Support leverage strategy, liquidity planning, and covenant monitoring
• Produce investor-ready materials, return analytics, and capital partner reporting
• Assist with negotiations alongside lenders, equity partners, and other institutional counterparties
• Ensure adherence to JV structures, loan terms, and related compliance requirements

3) Advanced Modeling & Decision Analytics

• Build/upgrade LBO, cash flow waterfall, portfolio coverage, and capital pacing models
• Develop distribution schedules and liquidity/runway projections (13-week and longer-range)
• Standardize modeling templates to improve repeatability and controls
• Provide crisp, decision-ready insights to senior leadership

4) Affordable Housing Underwriting & Transaction Support (LIHTC-focused)

• Oversee underwriting for development and acquisition opportunities
• Improve underwriting tools and submission processes for tax credit transactions
• Lead financial diligence, data room readiness, and documentation hygiene
• Support debt, tax credit equity, and transaction closing activities
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders through execution

5) FP&A Leadership

• Own consolidated budgeting and forecasting
• Convert property-level data into corporate dashboards and management reporting
• Drive variance analysis, risk identification, and forecasting accuracy improvements
• Implement QA standards and financial controls across models and reporting
• Coach junior talent and raise the technical modeling bar

Ideal Profile

• 6–10 years of experience in real estate private equity, structured finance/credit, infrastructure investing, corporate development, real estate investment banking, or REIT/real assets FP&A
• Expert-level Excel skills with the ability to build models from a blank sheet
• Hands-on experience with: three-statement models, 13-week cash flow, LBO, portfolio roll-ups, waterfalls, and multi-tranche debt structures
• Strong understanding of capital stack mechanics and return metrics (IRR, MOIC, DSCR, ICR)
• Executive-ready communication: can explain complex outputs clearly and concisely
• Real estate background helpful, but high-caliber technical modelers from adjacent verticals are welcome

Technical Strengths

• Institutional-grade financial modeling
• Capital structure strategy and optimization
• Enterprise valuation and NAV frameworks
• Securitization / structured cash flow modeling
• Debt tranching, coverage, and covenant analytics
• Liquidity forecasting and runway analysis
• Advanced Excel (Power Query/Power Pivot preferred)
• Investor reporting and performance analytics

Senior Structural Engineer

Location: On-site in Anaheim, CA (relocation assistance available)

Our confidential client is a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary building-design powerhouse that continues to raise the bar on innovation, safety, and community impact. As they expand their California presence, they are adding a Senior Structural Engineer who will shape landmark projects ranging from mixed-use mid-rises to advanced industrial facilities. You will join a highly collaborative group that prizes technical excellence, invests heavily in professional growth, and gives engineers a direct voice with owners and architects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural calculations and design for commercial, industrial, and civic projects using steel, concrete, timber, masonry, and cold-formed steel systems, delivering safe, economical solutions that meet seismic Zone 4 requirements.
• Act as Engineer of Record, reviewing and stamping drawings and calculations in accordance with IBC, CBC, AISC 360, ACI 318, and ASCE 7.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for multiple concurrent projects, coordinating closely with architecture, MEP, and civil teams to keep milestones on track.
• Mentor junior engineers and drafters, instilling best-practice analysis techniques and fostering a culture of continual learning.
• Perform advanced modeling and dynamic analysis with tools such as RISA 3D, RAM Structural System, and ETABS; drive BIM integration with AutoCAD and Revit models.
• Champion continuous improvement by vetting emerging materials, methods, and digital workflows that elevate safety, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain close client relationships, translating technical findings into clear recommendations and presenting design concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering; Master’s in Structural Engineering highly preferred.
• Active California PE or SE license.
• 8 + years of progressive structural design experience with demonstrated project-lead responsibility.
• Expert user of leading structural analysis software; Revit/BIM familiarity strongly valued.
• Proven track record guiding multidisciplinary teams and communicating complex concepts with clarity.
• U.S. work authorization and ability to work on-site in Anaheim.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus and annual merit reviews.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life coverage from day one.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous PTO, company-paid holidays, and flex Fridays after onboarding.
• Paid professional memberships, license renewals, and continuing-education stipend.
• Clear technical and leadership growth paths within a rapidly scaling organization committed to elevating its engineering talent.

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In this role, you will be working on a project aimed at enhancing the content and quality of digital maps that are used by millions of people worldwide

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TELUS Digital AI Community

Our global AI Community is a vibrant network of 1 million+ contributors from diverse backgrounds who help our customers collect, enhance, train, translate, and localize content to build better AI models. Become part of our growing community and make an impact supporting the machine learning models of some of the world’s largest brands. 

Qualification path

No previous professional experience is required to apply to this role, however, working on this project will require you to pass the basic requirements and go through a standard assessment process. This is a part-time long-term project and your work will be subject to our standard quality assurance checks during the term of this agreement. 

Basic Requirements

• Full Professional Proficiency in Punjabi and English language
• Being a resident in The United States or the last 2 consecutive years and having familiarity with current and historical business, media, sport, news, social media, and cultural affairs in India
• Ability to follow guidelines and conduct online research using search engines, online maps, and website information

Flexibility to work across a diverse set of task types, including maps, news, audio tasks, and relevance

Daily access to a broadband internet connection, computer, and relevant software

Assessment

In order to be hired into the program, you’ll take an open book qualification exam that will determine your suitability for the position and complete ID verification. Our team will provide you with guidelines and learning materials before your qualification exam. You will be required to complete the exam in a specific timeframe but at your convenience.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for a contractual relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. At TELUS Digital AI, we are proud to offer equal opportunities and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. All aspects of selection are based on applicants’ qualifications, merits, competence, and performance without regard to any characteristic related to diversity.

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A Day in the Life of an Online Data Analyst:

• In this role, you will be working on a project aimed at enhancing the content and quality of digital maps that are used by millions of people worldwide
• Completing research and evaluation tasks in a web-based environment such as verifying and comparing data, and determining the relevance and accuracy of information.

Join us today and be part of a dynamic and innovative team that is making a difference in the world!

TELUS Digital AI Community

Our global AI Community is a vibrant network of 1 million+ contributors from diverse backgrounds who help our customers collect, enhance, train, translate, and localize content to build better AI models. Become part of our growing community and make an impact supporting the machine learning models of some of the world’s largest brands. 

Qualification path

No previous professional experience is required to apply to this role, however, working on this project will require you to pass the basic requirements and go through a standard assessment process. This is a part-time long-term project and your work will be subject to our standard quality assurance checks during the term of this agreement. 

Basic Requirements

• Full Professional Proficiency in Urdu and English language
• Being a resident in The United States or the last 2 consecutive years and having familiarity with current and historical business, media, sport, news, social media, and cultural affairs in India
• Ability to follow guidelines and conduct online research using search engines, online maps, and website information
• Flexibility to work across a diverse set of task types, including maps, news, audio tasks, and relevance
• Daily access to a broadband internet connection, computer, and relevant software

Assessment

In order to be hired into the program, you’ll take an open book qualification exam that will determine your suitability for the position and complete ID verification. Our team will provide you with guidelines and learning materials before your qualification exam. You will be required to complete the exam in a specific timeframe but at your convenience.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for a contractual relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. At TELUS Digital AI, we are proud to offer equal opportunities and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. All aspects of selection are based on applicants’ qualifications, merits, competence, and performance without regard to any characteristic related to diversity.

Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for research and a good understanding of national and local geography? This freelance opportunity allows you to work at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home.

A Day in the Life of an Online Data Analyst:

• In this role, you will be working on a project aimed at enhancing the content and quality of digital maps that are used by millions of people worldwide
• Completing research and evaluation tasks in a web-based environment such as verifying and comparing data, and determining the relevance and accuracy of information.

Join us today and be part of a dynamic and innovative team that is making a difference in the world!

TELUS Digital AI Community

Our global AI Community is a vibrant network of 1 million+ contributors from diverse backgrounds who help our customers collect, enhance, train, translate, and localize content to build better AI models. Become part of our growing community and make an impact supporting the machine learning models of some of the world’s largest brands

Qualification path

No previous professional experience is required to apply to this role, however, working on this project will require you to pass the basic requirements and go through a standard assessment process. This is a part-time long-term project and your work will be subject to our standard quality assurance checks during the term of this agreement. 

Basic Requirements

• Full Professional Proficiency in Spanish language
• Being a resident in United States for the last 2 consecutive years and having familiarity with current and historical business, media, sport, news, social media, and cultural affairs in United States
• Ability to follow guidelines and conduct online research using search engines, online maps, and website information
• Flexibility to work across a diverse set of task types, including maps, news, audio tasks, and relevance
• Daily access to a broadband internet connection, computer, and relevant software

Assessment

In order to be hired into the program, you’ll take an open book qualification exam that will determine your suitability for the position and complete ID verification. Our team will provide you with guidelines and learning materials before your qualification exam. You will be required to complete the exam in a specific timeframe but at your convenience.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for a contractual relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. At TELUS Digital AI, we are proud to offer equal opportunities and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. All aspects of selection are based on applicants’ qualifications, merits, competence, and performance without regard to any characteristic related to diversity.

Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for research and a good understanding of national and local geography? This freelance opportunity allows you to work at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home.

A Day in the Life of an Online Data Analyst:

• In this role, you will be working on a project aimed at enhancing the content and quality of digital maps that are used by millions of people worldwide
• Completing research and evaluation tasks in a web-based environment such as verifying and comparing data, and determining the relevance and accuracy of information.

Join us today and be part of a dynamic and innovative team that is making a difference in the world!

TELUS Digital AI Community

Our global AI Community is a vibrant network of 1 million+ contributors from diverse backgrounds who help our customers collect, enhance, train, translate, and localize content to build better AI models. Become part of our growing community and make an impact supporting the machine learning models of some of the world’s largest brands. 

Qualification path

No previous professional experience is required to apply to this role, however, working on this project will require you to pass the basic requirements and go through a standard assessment process. This is a part-time long-term project and your work will be subject to our standard quality assurance checks during the term of this agreement. 

Basic Requirements

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• Ability to follow guidelines and conduct online research using search engines, online maps, and website information
• Flexibility to work across a diverse set of task types, including maps, news, audio tasks, and relevance
• Daily access to a broadband internet connection, computer, and relevant software

Assessment

In order to be hired into the program, you’ll take an open book qualification exam that will determine your suitability for the position and complete ID verification. Our team will provide you with guidelines and learning materials before your qualification exam. You will be required to complete the exam in a specific timeframe but at your convenience.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for a contractual relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. At TELUS Digital AI, we are proud to offer equal opportunities and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. All aspects of selection are based on applicants’ qualifications, merits, competence, and performance without regard to any characteristic related to diversity.

Lead Product Owner – QNXT Modernization

Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job ID:

About the role

As a Lead Product Owner – QNXT Modernization, you will make an impact by shaping and driving the modernization roadmap for QNXT architecture and operational capabilities. You will be a key contributor within our product organization, working closely with cross‑functional teams—including Product Management, Architecture, DevOps, Engineering, and Consulting—to translate business strategy into actionable product outcomes.

In this leadership role, you will represent the voice of the end user, influence technical and business decisions, and empower Agile teams to deliver high‑value, high‑quality solutions for healthcare payer clients.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and collaborate with peers to define the modernization roadmap for QNXT, ensuring alignment with business use cases and strategic objectives.
• Apply strong technical and business acumen to guide and support multi‑functional teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Serve as an Agile Product Owner leader, partnering closely with Product Management and technical stakeholders to define and align requirements with customer and internal expectations.
• Act as the voice of the end user, focusing Agile delivery teams on achieving outcomes—not just completing tasks.
• Own and manage the product backlog, refine future deliverables, and adjust the overall product roadmap based on evolving business needs.
• Translate business and technical strategies into execution‑ready user stories, acceptance criteria, and product definitions.
• Clearly articulate team goals, priorities, and product strategy to stakeholders and team members.
• Provide continuous feedback on in‑progress work, clarify requirements, and help remove impediments to maintain momentum.
• Review team deliverables for completeness, quality, and long‑term supportability.
• Collaborate with leadership to determine resource needs required to achieve product goals.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and self‑organization.
• Mentor Product Owners, Architects, and Engineers, providing guidance and support to strengthen team capability.
• Influence leadership decisions using strong communication, problem‑solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Support a culture of continuous learning, development, and knowledge sharing across teams.

Work model:

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring regular presence in Mesa, AZ. Regardless of working arrangement, we support a healthy work–life balance through our wellbeing programs.

Working arrangements are accurate as of the posting date and may change based on business or client needs.

What you need to have to be considered

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field (post‑graduate degree a plus).
• 5–6 years of experience in software development, architecture delivery, or technical product ownership.
• 5–6 years of experience motivating and influencing technical or business teams as a lead.
• 5–6 years of experience within the healthcare payer industry.
• Strong servant leadership approach, with the ability to inspire teams and drive meaningful outcomes.
• Proven ability to translate technical goals and architectural strategies into business and operational value.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Deep understanding of Agile principles, methodologies, and practices.

These will help you stand out:

• Experience with SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks.
• Experience using Agile tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Prior experience in healthcare payer administration or healthcare software development.
• Experience working with Product Owners across multiple teams.
• Knowledge of QNXT or similar healthcare administration platforms.
• Experience or familiarity with:
  • Azure services / infrastructure
  • .NET, C#, ASP.NET, Angular
  • MS SQL
  • Kafka / AMQP
  • Cloud PaaS / SaaS solutions
  • Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform
  • Large‑scale system architecture (full‑stack supportability)
  • Identity & Access Management (OIDC)
  • REST APIs, microservices
  • CI/CD automation
• Strong analytical and critical‐thinking abilities, with the ability to guide teams toward solving complex problems.
• Ability to coach and influence in multicultural and cross‑functional environments.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applicants will be accepted till 3/20/2026

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $113K-$132K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.

If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!

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