Artificial Intelligence Engineer I

Job overview

The Artificial Intelligence Engineer I role is hybrid in Richmond, VA, with three days in the office and two days remote. Compensation is $66,000–$88,300 per year. Universal Leaf Tobacco Company supplies premium leaf tobacco and invests in responsible sourcing, farmer support, and supply-chain innovation; this role is in Information Systems and reports to the AI Project Manager. The engineer develops and tests scalable AI and machine-learning solutions across their lifecycle, from prototypes and model training through evaluation, integration, and monitoring. The work supports business innovation and operational efficiency through reliable AI systems and collaboration across teams.

What you'll do

• Design and develop scalable AI solutions and machine-learning models
• support system scalability, reliability, and performance
• develop and execute performance tests
• research and test algorithms and predictive models
• use big-data computation and storage tools to create prototypes and datasets
• train, evaluate, and tune models
• integrate, test, and monitor solutions with cross-functional teams
• document workflows and share knowledge
• stay current with AI tools and technologies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

artificial intelligence engineer i

universal leaf tobacco

richmond va

hybrid

3 days office

2 days remote

$66k-$88.3k per year

machine learning

python

big data

sql

no visa sponsorship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) match, pension, merit increases, paid holidays, medical, dental, life and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability benefits, and tuition assistance.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule of three office days and two remote days; early-career role; employer does not provide visa sponsorship or transfer sponsorship.

About the employer

Universal Leaf Tobacco Company, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Tobacco Farming. Sector: 11.