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Crowe Global

AI Technical Consultant

Posted 8 Days Ago
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
62K-100K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
62K-100K Annually
Junior
Supports AI transformation projects through data ingestion, cleansing, exploration, experimentation, and lightweight proof-of-concept development. Prototypes AI and machine learning solutions using Microsoft technologies, documents findings, configures cloud environments, and applies security and compliance standards. Collaborates with business stakeholders, facilitates demonstrations, contributes to testing and debugging, and transitions validated concepts to development teams. Also supports team growth through code reviews, pair programming, coaching, and knowledge sharing.
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Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here:

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.

Job Description:

Responsibilities

  • Engage in the exploration and evaluation of early-stage data, ensuring the integrity and applicability for model development.

  • Crowe Technical Developers are project team members responsible for executing tasks as part of the AI Transformation team that is embedded with business experts in Crowe’s AI team

  • Document findings and provide strategic recommendations to business stakeholders, outlining potential paths forward, technological capabilities, and relevant limitations.

  • You demonstrate the viability of potential solutions and seek to disprove assumptions through data exploration, experimentation, and lightweight Proof of Concept buildout.

  • Actively engage in professional learning within the constantly evolving AI landscape, with an emphasis on the Microsoft ecosystem

  • Engage with your team to derive realistic effort estimates, embracing the iterative nature of early-stage AI development.

  • Participate in ethical, risk, and security discussions to ensure all solutions meet Crowe’s high standards.

  • Facilitate meetings with business stakeholders to refine project objectives and demonstrate preliminary results.

  • Ensure a seamless transition of validated concepts to the AI Development team for full-scale implementation.

  • Actively contribute to the professional growth and development of your team members via code review and coaching.

  • You support your team members' growth through pair programming, code review, and/or knowledge sharing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Data Collection & Exploration

  • Executes basic data ingestion and cleansing tasks, following prescribed methods.

  • Assists in initial data exploration to validate source quality and relevance for AI use cases.

Support AI Model Prototyping

  • Helps senior team members test simple machine learning or AI scripts using existing frameworks or notebooks (e.g., Python, R).

  • Logs issues or anomalies discovered during experiments; escalates them to more senior resources.

Documentation & Version Control

  • Maintains technical documentation of data pipelines, experiment settings, and preliminary results.

  • Adheres to version control best practices (Git or similar tools) for code and configuration changes.

Environment Configuration

  • Configures basic development environments or sandbox settings under direction (e.g., provisioning cloud resource templates in Azure or AWS).

  • Applies standard security and compliance settings, following firm guidelines.

Research & Tool Familiarization

  • Learns core AI tools and services (e.g., Microsoft Azure AI components, relevant ML libraries).

  • Keeps notes on new data sets or environmental changes that may impact solution scalability.

RELEVANT TECHNICAL SKILLSETS & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, R, etc.) or data query tools (SQL).

  • Basic understanding of version control systems (Git) and cloud fundamentals (Azure).

  • Introductory credentials (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals) may be encouraged.

Required Skills

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in software development, with a focus on Microsoft technologies and AI solutions.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps and Power Automate

  • Proficiency in .NET, C#, SQL, Python and JavaScript

  • You are comfortable executing assigned tasks when provided guidance by your Technical Lead and/or team members; you proactively request help when needed and collaborate effectively.

  • Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks and tools

  • You can communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical or unfamiliar audiences, both written and verbal; you support the creation of client-facing deliverables and documentation.

  • Conduct thorough testing and debugging of applications to ensure they meet the required performance and quality standards.

  • Create and maintain technical documentation for developed solutions, including user guides, technical specifications, and process documentation.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Azure services, particularly Azure AI, Machine Learning, and Cognitive Services.

  • Certifications in Microsoft technologies (e.g., Azure AI Engineer Associate, Power Platform Solution Architect).

  • Hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 and its integration with Power Platform.

  • Expertise in prompt engineering and familiarity with tools like Enterprise ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Azure AI Studio

  • Experience with DevOps practices and tools within the Microsoft environment.

  • Previous experience in a professional services environment.

  • You want to stay fresh in AI. You aren't afraid to take a stab at Large Language Model papers before they become blog posts (even if you don't have experience in it quite yet) or try out the latest tools. You’re probably subscribed to several newsletters or podcasts about AI topics.

  • Background in business analysis, with a knack for translating business needs into technical requirements.

  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools.

  • You’re familiar with the software development lifecycle and AI Ops best practices

  • You enjoy sharing what you learn, whether by offering cross-training opportunities, giving internal team “lightning talks,” or by writing detailed comments on tickets when you close them.

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $62,000 - $100,000 per year.

Our Benefits:
Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
More about Crowe:
Crowe provides professional services through two separate entities: Crowe LLP delivers audit and attest services, and Crowe Advisory LLC provides tax, advisory, consulting, and other nonattest services.


The Crowe Global network consists of more than 300 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 150 countries around the globe, making it one of the largest accounting networks in the world.* As independent members of Crowe Global, Crowe LLP and Crowe Advisory LLC serve clients worldwide.


*As of July 2026.
Crowe LLP and Crowe Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiary entities) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


Crowe LLP and Crowe Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiary entities) does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe, and free of charge.


Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Please visit our webpage to see notices of the various state and local Ban-the-Box laws and Fair Chance Ordinances, where applicable.

We are committed to a merit-based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.

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