AI Product Engineer

Damar Services, Inc. • Indianapolis, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The AI Product Engineer bridges the gap between Damar’s mission and the technical development and execution of AI products. This role is responsible for hands-on development and troubleshooting while partnering with external technology vendors to refine products and prepare them for successful implementation, scalability, and commercialization. Employees at Damar aren’t just part of a workforce — they’re part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in people’s lives. Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. It’s no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years! Ready to make a real difference? Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent practical experience, including relevant professional experience, technical training, bootcamp education, or demonstrated technical expertise, may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in software engineering, application development, AI/ML engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum age of 21 per licensure requirements
• Ability to pass and maintain CPR certification
• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements for all Damar Programs as detailed in policy 1.HR.02 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical and drug screen required
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs.; operate office equipment, including a computer keyboard; travel to other locations using private or commercial transportation; and communicate effectively to exchange information.
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to client behaviors, staff instructions, safety concerns, and emergencies in an environment where individuals may display aggressive, self-injurious, sexually maladaptive, elopement, or other unpredictable behaviors.
• Regular and acceptable attendance, excluding approved absences and periods of leave, is also an essential function of the position.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, tests, deploys, and maintains code supporting Damar’s AI product stack, including data pipelines, model integrations, APIs, application logic, and other supporting systems
• Monitors and improves the reliability, performance, scalability, and maintainability of AI-enabled applications and supporting infrastructure
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves bugs, system issues, and technical debt, including improving or refactoring code and systems inherited from previous development work
• Independently prototypes, develops, tests, and ships new AI product features and enhancements based on organizational and user needs
• Evaluates technical approaches and makes practical engineering decisions that balance product needs, maintainability, scalability, security, and speed of delivery
• Serves as an internal technical resource and point of contact for AI products, systems, integrations, and related development work
• Partners with external technology vendors and translates technical discussions, requirements, limitations, and recommendations into clear information for non-technical leaders and staff
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to translate business needs and workflow challenges into technical requirements and product solutions
• Creates and maintains clear technical documentation for code, architecture, integrations, configurations, processes, and key technical decisions to ensure institutional knowledge remains within the organization
• Contributes to the technical roadmap for AI products by identifying priorities, technical dependencies, system improvements, risks, and future development opportunities

Benefits

• Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
• Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
• Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
• Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
• Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level