AI Technologist (AI-powered search, RAGGraphRAG, graph databases (Neo4jCypher)

IT Technologist Contractor

DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a technical contractor to support development and enhancement of an internal knowledge discovery platform. The role combines hands-on development semantic search engineering graph database work and data integration. The contractor will partner with internal technical staff to upgrade search capabilities improve system usability and build future-ready components for potential downstream integrations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and enhance semantic search features including natural-language queries and contextual answer generation.
• Implement retrieval-augmented pipelines (RAG/GraphRAG) vector embedding storage and semantic indexing.
• Build and maintain graph database components (e.g. Neo4j/Cypher or equivalent).
• Integrate LLM-based services (e.g. Azure OpenAI) through secure APIs.
• Implement or support backend services using TypeScript or similar frameworks.
• Develop SQL-based reporting and analytics (using SQL Server MySQL or Oracle).
• Support ETL automation and data normalization across content sources.
• Contribute to UI/UX design for search and discovery interfaces.
• Assist with project documentation workflow definition and technical handoff.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelors degree (Computer Science Information Systems or related field)

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Experience building AI-powered search or semantic search systems
• Strong knowledge of vector embeddings RAG/GraphRAG or equivalent retrieval frameworks
• Hands-on experience with graph databases (Neo4j/Cypher or comparable)
• Proficiency in / TypeScript or similar backend technologies
• Experience with SQL databases and reporting/analytics
• Familiarity with integrating LLM endpoints (Azure OpenAI or similar)
• Strong comfort working with APIs and modern development workflows

DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with GraphQL/Apollo
• ETL automation background
• Front-end/UI experience (HTML/CSS/JavaScript frameworks)
• Experience working with knowledge systems search tools or content platforms
• Ability to work independently with periodic check-ins
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Required Skills :

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Background Check : No

Drug Screen : No