Senior Python AI Engineer at Nearform | $150K-$180K in Columbus

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for candidates based in the United States and authorized to work without sponsorship. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This position also requires traveling to client sites within the U.S., with travel expenses covered by the company.

About Nearform

Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact.

Our deep expertise in solving the world's most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI.

Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media O2, and Walmart.

As part of our Engineering function, you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products. Whether you are a Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or DevOps Engineer, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure, high-performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality, scalable solutions that solve real world problems.

About the Senior Python Engineer Role

As a Senior Engineer at Nearform your main task will be designing & building applications using Python. However, as you'll likely work on a variety of projects, your responsibilities may also include:

• Supporting component design, development and maintenance and taking responsibility for personal technical quality standards within the project team.
• Assisting with defining structured practices, especially in source code management, building and deployment.
• Designing and implementing data storage solutions.
• Optimising performance in applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Getting feedback from users and clients, and building solutions for them.
• Assisting with the analysis of client requirements.
• Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery.
• Collaborating with client teams.

What We Are Looking For:

• Significant experience delivering at a Senior Engineer level — typically at least 8 years of commercial experience.
• Deep knowledge and experience with the Python language and modern AI frameworks.
• Experience with AI-native development practices and tools.
• Understanding of AI and agentic workflows, with a drive to stay at the forefront of emerging LLM technologies.
• Practical experience delivering in an agile environment.
• Practical experience and knowledge of developing real-world solutions.
• Deep understanding of version control tools (e.g., Git).
• Testing experience and familiarity with testing tools at all levels: unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Practical, real-world experience working with databases and cloud environments.
• Experience in infrastructure working with Kubernetes (or similar platforms).
• Experience with automation, CI and CD.
• Experience building software collaboratively using pull requests and code reviews.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with AI application development and Agentic frameworks and platforms (e.g., LangGraph, Agentspace, etc.)
• Hands-on experience working with Golang.
• Hands-on experience in the Frontend working with React.

Benefits & Perks:

• Annual Company Bonus — We all help Nearform hit company goals, so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance.
• Work Remotely and Flexibly — We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters.
• Flexible Time Off Package — We offer a flexible annual leave policy plus public holidays, as well as sick leave, marriage leave, and more.
• Remote Working Allowance — Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1,250 (equivalent in USD) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace, in addition to essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join.
• Training and Development Allowance — Nearform is committed to supporting and investing in employees' ongoing learning and professional development.
• Healthcare — Additional private healthcare coverage is offered. Contact our team to learn more about the plan.
• 401(k) — We offer a 401(k) plan and match up to 4%, with no minimum entry requirements and immediate vesting of employer contributions.

Our Interview Process

• Talent Call (30 mins via Zoom)
  An introductory conversation with a member of our Talent Team to learn more about your background, experience, and career goals. We'll also provide a high-level overview of Nearform and answer any questions you may have.
• Technical Assessment (1 hour via Zoom)
  A live coding challenge with one of our trained interviewers. You'll be asked to build a working solution to a problem via screen sharing, demonstrating your Python expertise, problem-solving ability, and coding best practices in a real-time environment.
• Hiring Manager Interview (45 mins via Zoom)
  A conversation with a Hiring Manager focused on your approach to teamwork, client collaboration, and problem-solving in an enterprise development setting. We'll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join.

There may also be an additional interview with the client depending on the project.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about building high-quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence.

If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.

Our salary range is $150,000 – $180,000 + bonus & benefits. Further details will be discussed in the initial interview, and final compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and other job-related factors discussed during the interview process.

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct manual and electronic identity verification checks to confirm the identity of prospective employees.