Remote AI Engineer – NLP & Chatbot Systems

Job Summary

Houston Skilled Consultancy is seeking a talented and driven AI Engineer with a strong background in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Chatbot Development to join our remote technology team. You will be instrumental in designing, building, and optimizing advanced AI-driven chatbot systems that deliver conversational experiences across various industries. If you are passionate about machine learning, natural language understanding, and conversational AI, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy scalable NLP models and chatbot architectures.

  • Implement conversational agents using tools like Rasa, Dialogflow, or custom-built NLP engines.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Managers, UX Designers, and Backend Developers to integrate AI solutions.

  • Fine-tune language models using supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning techniques.

  • Train and evaluate deep learning models for intent recognition, entity extraction, sentiment analysis, and dialogue management.

  • Continuously monitor model performance, identify failure points, and implement improvements.

  • Maintain code repositories and ensure version control using Git-based workflows.

  • Conduct research to stay updated with emerging AI trends and apply best practices in production-ready systems.

  • Document systems, architecture decisions, and technical specifications clearly.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.

  • Proven hands-on experience in NLP and chatbot development, with at least one production-level deployment.

  • Strong knowledge of Python and AI libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, SpaCy, NLTK, etc.

  • Experience working with LLMs (e.g., GPT, BERT, LLaMA) and vector embeddings.

  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and webhooks for chatbot integrations.

  • Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment of models in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

Experience

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in AI/ML development, with at least 1–2 years specifically in NLP and chatbot systems.

  • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

  • Prior experience in remote and distributed teams is a plus.

Working Hours

  • Full-Time, 40 hours per week

  • Flexible hours with overlapping availability in GMT +5:30 (IST) for daily stand-ups and team sync-ups

  • Remote-first with asynchronous communication support

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Deep understanding of NLP algorithms, transformer-based models, and vector search techniques

  • Ability to translate business requirements into scalable AI solutions

  • Strong communication skills for explaining complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders

  • Self-starter with the ability to manage time and projects independently

  • Adaptability to fast-changing technology landscapes and a strong desire to learn continuously

Benefits

  • Work from Anywhere – 100% remote, flexible location

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Access to leading AI tools and GPU-powered environments

  • Paid time off and national holidays

  • Professional development support (online courses, certifications, conferences)

  • Collaborative and inclusive remote culture

Why Join Houston Skilled Consultancy?

At Houston Skilled Consultancy, we embrace innovation and remote excellence. By joining us, you will work on impactful projects that leverage cutting-edge AI and NLP technologies. You will be part of a forward-thinking, globally distributed team that values talent, trust, and continuous learning. Your ideas and contributions will not just matter—they will shape the future of conversational AI across industries.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their updated resume/CV, along with a brief portfolio of relevant AI/NLP projects, to us with the subject line: AI Engineer – NLP & Chatbot Systems Application.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a virtual technical assessment and interview.

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