AI Developer - Remote

Looking for more than just another assignment? Were looking for you! This isnt just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking (2) AI Developers for a 6-month contract to hire opportunity with our client in Central Illinois! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We have built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we are very interested in candidates who can help us. If youre that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative AI Developer to design, build, and deploy cutting-edge AI-powered solutions that transform how our business operates. This role focuses on leveraging generative AI technologies to accelerate development, automate workflows, and deliver impactful solutions across the organization.You will work closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to design AI-driven applications that improve efficiency and drive innovation. The ideal candidate has a passion for experimenting with new AI tools, rapidly prototyping, and delivering results. Responsibilities: Design, build, and deploy scalable applications using generative AI tools and modern development practices.Develop and implement AI-based solutions to solve business problems, such as call center summarization, data extraction, and process automation.Rapidly prototype proof-of-concepts to validate ideas before moving to production.· Continuously research emerging AI technologies and models to ensure the company remains on the cutting edge.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and integrate AI into business processes.Participate in code reviews, ensuring security, quality, and performance standards.Document solutions and share knowledge with team members.Qualifications: 3+ years of professional software development experience with strong proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C#, JavaScript).Hands-on experience using AI/ML frameworks, APIs, or tools such as OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Gemini, or similar models.Familiarity with generative AI concepts such as agentic coding, prompt engineering, and large language model integrations.Ability to build, test, and deploy cloud-based applications.Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.Stronger Candidates Will Have One or More of the Following Certifications· Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer AssociateAWS Certified Machine Learning – SpecialtyGoogle Professional Machine Learning EngineerCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions ArchitectExpert Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer The base range for this contract position is $40 - $70 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence ("AI") in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Remote Skills: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Business Processes, Call Centers, Cloud Applications, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Emerging Technology, English Language, JavaScript, Machine Learning, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Windows Azure, Modeling Languages, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Programming Languages, Proof of Concept, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Requirements Management, Scalable System Development, Software Development, Team Player, Technical Research, Testing Levi, Ray & Shoup