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Basic Job Functions:
The IT AI Engineer I assists in the development, deployment, and maintenance of AI automation solutions under supervision. This role supports senior engineers in integrating AI agents with enterprise systems and focuses on learning modern software engineering practices.
Education/Experience:
Minimum 1 year of experience in software engineering or AI/ML development.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
Exposure to Python-based solutions and cloud platforms preferred.
Required Skills/Competencies:
Proficient in Python with exposure to FastAPI, RESTful APIs, Docker, and Azure services.
Eager to learn prompt engineering, vector databases, and AI/ML concepts.
Supports AI model development, deployment, and experimentation under guidance.
Assists with data engineering, Azure-based data management, and integration pipelines.
Contributes to testing and lifecycle management of AI-powered applications.
Demonstrates strong analytical, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and testing of intelligent agents to support business process automation.
- Work with team members to implement AI solutions based on defined requirements.
- Support integration efforts between AI components and enterprise systems.
- Monitor deployed AI solutions and assist in troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
- Contribute to technical documentation and maintain accurate records of work.
- Stay current with AI trends and tools and participate in team discussions on innovation.
- Participate in research and prototyping activities under supervision.
- Help evaluate new technologies and tools for team use.
- Follow established AI development practices and support MLOps workflows.
- Assist in building and maintaining data pipelines and AI-powered applications.
- Support integration and deployment activities in collaboration with senior engineers.
- Participate in release and deployment processes as assigned.
- Help resolve basic technical issues and escalate complex problems appropriately.
- Adhere to quality and environmental standards in all development activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Job description subject to change at any time.
Reporting Relationships:
- This position will not have direct reports.
Travel:
5% - 10%
Estimated Salary Range:
$91,200 - $130,000 Annually
US Physical Requirements:
All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.
Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
Skills Required
- Minimum 1 year of experience in software engineering or AI/ML development
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Proficient in Python
- Experience with FastAPI
- Experience with RESTful APIs
- Experience with Docker
- Experience with Azure services (Azure-based data management/integration)
- Experience with data engineering and integration pipelines
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills
- Eagerness to learn prompt engineering and vector databases
- Familiarity with MLOps workflows
First Solar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about First Solar and has not been reviewed or approved by First Solar.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match is included as part of a comprehensive rewards package referenced across career materials and postings. Retirement benefits are positioned alongside core medical coverage and tuition assistance as standard offerings.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted in recruiting and corporate materials, providing defined paid time away for new parents. The inclusion of paid parental leave strengthens the family support baseline for U.S. manufacturing roles.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual and attendance bonuses and overtime opportunities are featured at certain manufacturing sites. Predictable crew schedules with built-in overtime further reinforce earnings potential in those roles.
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What We Do
First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. Developed at R&D labs in California and Ohio, the company’s advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon PV panels. From raw material sourcing and manufacturing through end-of-life module recycling, First Solar’s approach to technology embodies sustainability and a responsibility towards people and the planet.







