At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.
Consider applying here, if you want to :
- Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
- Develop lasting relationships with great people.
- Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
IT Developer II - AI / ML Integration EngineerThe Software Engineer II / IT Developer II will be a key member of our Integration and Middleware Development team, with a strong hands-on focus on AI / ML-driven engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will bring practical experience designing, building, and deploying AI / ML and Generative AI capabilities within enterprise systems, while also contributing to scalable integration and middleware platforms.
This role requires hands-on experience applying machine learning, Generative AI, and intelligent automation techniques to solve real engineering and business problems — including intelligent monitoring, anomaly detection, predictive workflows, AI-assisted development, and intelligent integration patterns. The candidate should demonstrate practical experience working with ML models, LLM-based solutions, data pipelines, and AI-powered system enhancements.
The candidate will specialize in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable APIs, microservices, and middleware technologies while embedding AI / ML capabilities into enterprise integration workflows. Strong expertise in Node.js, Python, modern microservices architectures, and API design patterns is expected.
The Developer will collaborate closely across the IT Department with full-stack, data science, database, and ERP teams, as well as cross-functional business partners to deliver intelligent, scalable, and AI-enabled enterprise solutions.
Essential Functions
Execute established Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes.Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to develop software solutions aligned with business processes, data usage, and system flows.Create detailed process flows, high-level functional designs, and technical design specifications based on business requirements.Write clean, scalable, efficient, and testable code.Deploy software solutions and proactively evaluate user feedback.Troubleshoot, debug, maintain, and upgrade existing systems and applications.Adhere to enterprise standards and development guidelines, including documentation, version control, testing, and migration practices.Plan, track, escalate, and deliver assigned tasks effectively and on schedule.Provide reliable customer support for critical application issues.Collaborate effectively with onsite and offshore teams.Continuously enhance job knowledge by exploring state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and industry trends.Communicate proactively with internal and external partners.Participate in scheduled and off-hours support rotations as needed.Additional Expectations :
Analyze and develop technical solutions aligned with business and customer requirementsExhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skillsDemonstrate the ability to translate complex business and technical needs into actionable solutionsEffectively manage multiple priorities and concurrent projectsPossess strong written and verbal communication skills, including detailed documentation of technical incidents and processesWork independently while maintaining strong team-oriented interpersonal skills, including collaboration, facilitation, and effective interfacing with diverse groupsMaintain a high degree of professionalism and business judgmentDeliver effective and professional presentations to peers, management, and technical professionalsProficient with standard productivity tools such as Microsoft Office and OutlookExhibit excellent interpersonal skills, organizational proficiency, and planning capabilitiesExperience with DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelines is a plusQualifications
Minimum Qualifications :
4 Years – Hands-on experience designing and implementing AI / ML / GenAI solutions, including : Building and integrating machine learning models into production systemsWorking with Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, or AI-assisted automationImplementing intelligent monitoring, anomaly detection, predictive workflows, or AI-driven error handlingApplying AI / ML to engineering productivity, automation, or enterprise system enhancementsDemonstrated practical implementation, not just conceptual knowledge4 Years – Cloud technologies experience (Azure preferred, AWS acceptable), including deployment of AI / ML or data-driven services3 Years – Experience with Enterprise Integrations and middleware development (MuleSoft)3 Years – Experience with Node.js and Python development (including experience using Python for data processing, ML workflows, or AI integration)3 Years – Experience building scalable APIs / microservices with demonstrated understanding of architectural patterns2 Years – Experience managing technical projects and / or working in roles requiring substantial cross-team collaborationExperience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications :
6 Years – Hands-on experience designing, training, fine-tuning, or integrating AI / ML / GenAI solutions in production environmentsExperience working with : LLM frameworks and AI platforms (Azure OpenAI, OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.)Model lifecycle management, evaluation, or monitoring practicesAI-powered automation or intelligent workflow orchestrationData preprocessing, feature engineering, or model optimization6 Years – Cloud technologies experience (Azure preferred, AWS acceptable)4 Years – Experience with Enterprise Integrations and middleware development (MuleSoft)4 Years – Experience building scalable APIs / microservices with demonstrated understanding of architectural patterns3 Years – Experience managing technical projects and / or working in roles requiring substantial cross-team collaborationEducation
Minimum Required : Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldPreferred : Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldTypical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type : Salary$100,464.14 - $145,673.02 / Yearly
Benefits
Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family :
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!Los Angeles County applicants onlyQualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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