AI Platform Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The AI Platform Engineer is a pivotal technology role focused on designing, building, and scaling advanced, governed, AI-enabled engineering ecosystems within enterprise environments. As organizations increasingly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their digital infrastructure, the need for professionals with deep expertise in platform engineering, cloud architecture, and AI-driven development workflows is critical. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on the intersection of cloud engineering, DevOps, automation, and AI governance, all while supporting the growth and reliability of enterprise digital applications across multiple cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS.
As an AI Platform Engineer, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining robust platform capabilities that span across Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365 F&O, and a wide array of digital applications. Your expertise in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines, automating development workflows, and implementing platform governance standards will help drive the organization’s digital transformation and ensure secure, scalable, and efficient delivery of AI-powered solutions. This role is suited for individuals with a passion for technology innovation, a strong background in cloud platforms, and hands-on experience in automation, infrastructure as code, and AI-assisted engineering tools.
This position also emphasizes the importance of operationalizing AI-enabled development workflows, supporting both local and remote teams, and ensuring compliance with enterprise security and governance standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including software engineers, architects, operations, and security teams to ensure the platform’s reliability, security, and observability. The organization values a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, making this a rewarding opportunity for seasoned professionals in platform engineering, DevOps, or AI automation roles.
Joining this team provides the chance to contribute to an industry-leading organization recognized for its long-standing reputation, employee ownership program, and commitment to supporting your professional growth. The AI Platform Engineer role is designed for those who thrive in fast-paced, forward-thinking environments and are motivated by the challenge of building enterprise-grade AI solutions that drive business success. If you’re ready to elevate your career and make a significant impact, click the application button to apply for the AI Platform Engineer position today.
AI Platform Engineer - Summary- Key contributor in building and scaling an AI-accelerated engineering ecosystem for enterprise digital applications
- Focus on developing shared platform capabilities, automating workflows, and enhancing platform reliability
- Operationalizes AI-enabled development across Azure, AWS, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365 F&O
- Supports robust security, governance, and platform observability standards
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure technology excellence and compliance
- Develop and maintain platform engineering capabilities across multiple cloud and enterprise application environments
- Create and optimize CI/CD pipelines and automated SDLC workflows to drive rapid, reliable software delivery
- Design reusable platform services, automation frameworks, and developer tooling for enterprise delivery acceleration
- Support and operationalize AI-assisted engineering, including Copilot technologies and automation tooling
- Manage platform governance, security standards, and environment strategies to ensure compliance and resilience
- Work closely with engineering, operations, and security teams to maintain platform observability and operational excellence
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Access to an industry-leading organization with a longstanding reputation for excellence
- Dedicated Engagement Manager and robust support for employee success
- Recognition as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner
- 8+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Automation Engineering, or related fields
- Proficient in Microsoft Power Platform, Dataverse, Dynamics 365 F&O, Azure, and AWS
- Demonstrated expertise in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and enterprise integration
- Strong knowledge of APIs, REST services, OAuth, platform security, and governance
- Experience with AI-assisted workflows, Copilot technologies, and automation tooling in enterprise environments
- Technologically savvy with a deep understanding of cloud architectures and AI-driven development
- Proactive, innovative, and capable of driving operational excellence in dynamic environments
- Collaborative and communicative, with a strong focus on security, governance, and best practices
- Excited to contribute to a forward-thinking team and support enterprise digital transformation
- The organization boasts over 25 years of industry experience and a commitment to employee growth
- Opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative, and award-winning environment
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are passionate about driving innovation in AI platform engineering and want to play a key role in shaping next-generation enterprise solutions, click the apply button now to submit your application for the AI Platform Engineer role.