Chat Bot AI Engineer

Apex Systems is seeking a Software Engineer with experience in Chat Bot/AI frameworks and development. This is a 12+ month contract position with potential to convert FTE. If interested, please apply within.
• No C2C or 1099. Sponsorship, now or in the future, is not available.

Summary:

Position: Chat Bot AI Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL

Contract Length: 12+ months with potential to convert FTE

Requirements:

Experience with Chat Bot Frameworks

Experience with the following languages - Groovy, Java, Python, and/or JavaScript

Understanding of NLU/NLP concepts

Integration experience with tools such as Apache Camel, MuleSoft, etc.

Description:

Key Responsibilities

·Collaborate with other functions within the organization to validate feasibility, obtain technical requirements, and ensure the process is optimized during the development cycle.

·Responsible for the implementation of processes into the Virtual Assistant using the BPMN standard.

·Build and maintain a script library that can be used across multiple domains.

·Perform unit testing during the development phase ensuring adequate error handling is established.

·Provide a timely resolution or workaround when bugs or outages occur.

Key Skills and Experience

Good understanding of at least 1 scripting language such as JavaScript or Groovy.

·Understanding of OOP concepts

·Experienced in DevOps and agile methodology.

·Experience with integration frameworks like Apache CAMEL or similar technologies such as Mulesoft.

·Understanding of various web services like REST and/or SOAP.

·Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·Ability to work independently.

·Ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audience.

·Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Nice to have

Hands-on expertise designing and implementing AI conversational experiences via chatbots or virtual assistants, at enterprise scale