Automation & Applied AI Engineer

Who We AreLocated in Houston, Texas, Teachers of Tomorrow is the leading national alternative certification program (ACP) provider with plans of continued growth in 2026! Through quality instruction and unparalleled support – Teachers of Tomorrow provides the most effective preparation for educators to make a meaningful difference in the lives of their students.At Teachers of Tomorrow, we believe in empowering the next generation of educators by providing the highest level of training, mentorship, and support. Our mission is to transform classrooms and communities through innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to teacher success. To find out more, visit https://www.teachersoftomorrow.orgAbout the PositionAs we expand nationally, we are investing in intelligent automation and applied AI to streamline operations and improve candidate experience. We are seeking a hands-on Automation & Applied AI Engineer who enjoys building workflows, integrating systems, and extending conversational AI into real business processes. This is a strong individual contributor role focused on implementation and optimization, not enterprise architecture. You will work closely with IT leadership and business stakeholders to turn requirements into reliable automation solutions****What You Will Do:Key Responsibilities:Workflow & Process Automation• Build and maintain automation workflows using tools similar to Microsoft Power Platform/Azure Logic Apps

• Improve and refactor existing workflows for reliability and maintainability

• Troubleshoot automation issues in production environments

• Ensure proper error handling and logging within automated processesConversational AI & Tool Integration• Implement conversational AI systems using Azure OpenAI or similar LLM platforms

• Configure and implement function calling / tool invocation to enable AI-driven actions

• Integrate chatbot workflows with internal systems via REST APIs

• Define structured outputs and JSON schemas to support reliable AI-to-system communication

• Assist in building and maintaining MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers or similar middleware to extend AI capabilitiesIntegrations & Data Handling• Connect systems using REST APIs, webhooks, and JSON-based payloads

• Transform and validate data across CRM, marketing, and internal systems

• Support reporting and monitoring of automated processes

• Act in accordance with Teachers of Tomorrow core values Perform other duties as needed.What We are Looking For Required:**• 4–7 years of experience in automation, systems integration, or process improvement

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform and/or Azure Logic Apps

• Experience working with REST APIs and JSON

• Exposure to LLM-based systems (Azure AI Factory, OpenAI, or similar)

• Experience implementing function calling or tool-based AI integrations

• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverablesNice to Have• Experience with MCP or similar AI tool-extension frameworks

• Light backend development experience (Node.js, C#, or similar)

• SQL knowledge

• Power BI or Microsoft Fabric exposureWhat We OfferWe understand that our people are the most important factor to our success. As a result, we value and invest in our people through:• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

• Employer paid STD and Basic Life/AD&D

• Voluntary buy up LTD, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and additional wellness options

• 401k Plan with Company Safe Harbor Matching

• Flexible PTO Plan

• 12 paid holidays annually

• Personal and Professional Development****Why Join Teachers of Tomorrow?At Teachers of Tomorrow, we are committed to addressing the teacher shortage crisis by preparing highly effective educators through innovative alternative certification pathways.Teachers of Tomorrow is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.