Associate AI Applications Engineer

The Associate AI Applications Engineer helps our Business Applications teams build, harden, and ship AI capabilitiescopilots, agent workflows, and intelligent automationsinto production across Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Power Platform, and adjacent line-of-business systems. The role focuses on last-mile engineering: secure integrations, CI/CD, test & release, telemetry, and runbook operations so that pilots become reliable, supportable products for clients. Youll collaborate closely with solution architects, app consultants, and data engineers to translate designs into operational, governed AI solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in CS/SE/IS or equivalent experience
• Fundamentals in Azure or Power Platform; comfort with Git and basic CI/CD
• Working knowledge of REST APIs, JSON, SQL; scripting in Python or TypeScript/C#
• Familiarity with LLM concepts (prompt design, grounding, evaluation) and software delivery lifecycle (Agile/sprints)
• Strong written/verbal communication in a client-facing consulting environment

Preferred Qualifications (nice to have)

• Knowledge of Responsible AI practices and data protection (Purview/DLP) in enterprise environments
• Experience developing AI agents using Copilot Studio, M365 Copilot, and Declarative Agents.
• Strong knowledge of Power Platform tools, including Power Automate, Power Apps, Adaptive Cards, and Custom Connectors.
• Familiarity with Azure AI services such as Azure OpenAI, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps.
• Proficiency in Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, or similar programming languages.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, JSON, and Model Context Protocol (MCP).
• Experience with Git, GitHub, and Azure DevOps for version control, CI/CD, and collaboration.
• Working knowledge of Docker and containerized deployments.
• Ability to craft effective prompts and natural-language responses for AI agents.
• Strong written communication skills for authoring clear tool instructions and system messages.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Business Central, or NetSuite.
• Experience translating business requirements into modular AI workflows and scalable solutions.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, optimize, and improve AI pipelines.
• Comfortable working in agile, cross-functional development environments.