AI Engineer

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That's why we pledge to support and empower all our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life. Together with your colleagues, clients, and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.

We're seeking an AI Engineer to lead the development and integration of AI capabilities across Information Services teams and functions, supporting both pro-code and low-code environments. This role will design, build, and maintain AI agents, tools, patterns, and evaluation frameworks, primarily leveraging Microsoft technologies.

• Design and improve foundational infrastructure and reusable patterns for AI development across pro-code and low-code streams.
• Ensure composability and compatibility between AI components built across environments.
• Develop and maintain evaluation frameworks and tools to measure AI performance, accuracy, safety, and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal teams to apply AI capabilities to productivity tools, products, and platforms.
• Serve as liaison between stakeholders and project teams, delivering feedback and enabling teams to embed AI into their solutions and products.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and best practices, especially within the Microsoft ecosystem, and provide technical leadership in this area.
• Ensure that new solution development or code conforms to GHD standards and integrates effectively with existing business systems.
• Maintain a long-term focus on delivering high-quality, low-maintenance AI solutions for GHD.
• Contribute to the development of standards, procedures, and methodologies associated with AI solution development and maintenance.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement in AI solution environments and work with peers to plan and implement changes.
• Inform the Development & Integration Architect immediately of any incident or issue that might compromise GHD's production applications and assist in resolution.
• Liaise with software vendors to report and resolve issues where required.
• Lead large, complex AI solution development and support undertakings, providing technical leadership and setting a professional example for others to follow.

• Strong experience with AI tools and platforms in the Microsoft ecosystem, such as Azure OpenAI, Semantic Kernel, AutoGen, and AI Foundry.
• Ability to provide design and AI engineering leadership, with strong problem-solving skills in a team environment.
• Understanding of prompt engineering, context management, agent tooling, and applicable standards like MCP and A2A.
• Demonstrated experience in web-based application development using HTML5, Angular, or similar front-end technologies.
• Ability to mentor and coach developers across AI disciplines.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with an open and collaborative approach.
• Commitment to GHD's values, Codes of Conduct, Policies, and Procedures.

• 3+ years of experience in AI solution development or software engineering with AI integration.
• Experience in enterprise-grade software development using Microsoft technologies.
• Degree in Computer Science, AI, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated experience in application analysis, design, development, and deployment using at least one of the following languages:
  • C#
  • Python
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Contact: Lloyd Hall‑Towers

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well‑being, flexibility, and productivity where our people can thrive.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

Location: Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia