AI Engineer

Job Role: AI Engineer

Location: Newport Beach, CA (4 days onsite)

Type/Duration: Contracting

Must have:

• 7+ years of experience in full-stack development, with a strong focus on Python.
• Development Experience deploying Python solutions (e.g., Web Apps, APIs, SPA integrations) to Azure with IaC (e.g., Azure CLI, Azd, Bicep, Powershell/Bash, Oryx).
• Experience building AI/Client applications using LLM, Client technology, using Open AI, Llama or other models.
• Experience with Python web frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask).
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
• Familiarity with database technologies (e.g. PostgreSQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB).

Role Overview:
We are seeking a talented and experienced AI Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing our next-generation chatbot using AI and LLM technology. You will work closely with a cross-functional team to design, build, and deploy sophisticated AI applications that understand, interpret, and respond to human language in a way that is both meaningful and relevant. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of full-stack technology, with a passion for developing scalable, high-performance applications. You will play a key role in the entire application lifecycle, from concept stage to delivery and post-launch support.
Our Tech Stack includes: Python, JavaScript (& based frameworks), Azure, Snowflake, Terraform, Bicep, Azure CLI, CDK, Redis, Docker, Git, Gitlab CI/CD, Database (NoSQL: CosmosDB, MongoDB, DocumentDB)

Responsibilities:

• Design and Development: Architect, design and develop advanced AI models for our LLM application, focusing on natural language understanding (NLU), natural language processing (NLP), and machine learning (Client) algorithm
• Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and software engineers to integrate AI models into our existing apps, ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience.
• Testing: Implement rigorous testing frameworks to evaluate the performance of AI models. Continuously refine and optimize models based on feedback and performance metrics.
• Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest developments in AI, LLM, NLP, and Client. Conduct research to explore new methodologies, technologies, and tools and apply them into operations and activities.
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Document AI model development processes, architectures, and best practices. Share knowledge and mentor junior team members in AI technologies and methodologies.
• Security: Implement responsible AI, security and data protection solutions.
• UI/UX: Optimize applications for speed and scalability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, AI, Client, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in full-stack development, with a strong focus on Python.
• Experience building AI/Client applications using LLM, Client technology, using Open AI, Llama or other models.
• Experience with Python web frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask).
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
• Familiarity with database technologies (e.g. PostgreSQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud services (e.g., Azure, AWS).
• Proficient in front-end technologies, including JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Nice to Have:

• Development Experience deploying Python solutions (e.g., Web Apps, APIs, SPA integrations) to Azure with IaC (e.g., Azure CLI, Azd, Bicep, Powershell/Bash, Oryx).
• Experience with Azure Machine Learning or AI Stack (e.g., Azure Client Studio, Azure AI Studio).
• Experience in Asset Management and/or Financial Services