Sr. AI/ML Engineer

Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls

Software Engineering, Data Science

Milwaukee, WI, USA

USD 100k-140k / year

Posted on May 20, 2026
Job details

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Location:

United States of America, Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Job Category:

Innovation & Technology

Job Number:

WD30267893
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How we work at Johnson Controls

We focus on what matters

We win as one team

We own the outcome

We improve every day

Job Description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

Who we are:

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide an experience focused on supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard.

What we offer:

  • Competitive salary

  • Annual Bonus

  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

  • Comprehensive benefits (401K, medical, dental, vision)

  • On-the-job and cross-training opportunities

  • Collaborative team environment

  • Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do:

As a Senior AI/ML Engineer, you will design, build, and deliver production-grade AI solutions that drive enterprise innovation. You will work directly with business teams to translate workflows into scalable AI applications and own solutions from development through deployment and ongoing support.

How You Will Do It:

  • Translate business workflows into scalable AI/ML solutions

  • Design and build LLM and agent-based applications (RAG, orchestration, automation)

  • Develop backend services and APIs for AI solutions

  • Integrate solutions with enterprise systems (APIs, databases, authentication)

  • Own production lifecycle: deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support

  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and enforce best practices for security and reliability

  • Build and deploy containerized, microservices-based applications

  • Leverage Azure AI services to develop enterprise AI capabilities

What we look for:

  • Experience delivering production AI/ML solutions with strong operational ownership

  • Strong backend/API development (Python and/or C#/.NET)

  • Experience with LLMs and agent-based systems, including: ​RAG, tool/function calling, orchestration, workflow automation

  • Experience with Azure AI ecosystem (Azure OpenAI, AI Foundry, AI Search, Document Intelligence)

  • Experience with Azure Integration Services (App Services, Functions, Container Apps)

  • Strong DevOps experience (Azure DevOps, CI/CD, release management)

  • Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture

  • Strong enterprise integration experience (APIs, databases, authentication systems)

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to partner with business stakeholders

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be based in or able to support U.S. time zones

SALARY RANGE: $100,000 - $140,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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