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PRINCIPAL ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) ENGINEER (1044) - Department of Technolog

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Job Description Company Description Why Work for the Department of Technology (DT)?

DT is the centralized technology services provider in the City and County of San Francisco (CCSF). We deliver technology infrastructure and services to approximately 33,000 employees! With an annual operating budget of over $140M and approximately 300 employees, DT provides a host of services that range from Public Safety radio and wiring and Network services to Enterprise Support and the Cloud. Benefits of Working for CCSF: Competitive pay,

as well as pension and robust retirement options. Generous paid time off,

family leave, and more! Hybrid Work

with a minimum of 20% of time spent in our office in San Francisco, California for all IT related roles. Diverse

work environment in a diverse city. Career development and growth — move between departments, learn on the job, or take subsidized/reimbursed classes! Job Description The City and County of San Francisco is seeking a talented and motivated Principal AI Engineer to join our Emerging Technologies team at the Department of Technology. As a Principal AI Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge artificial intelligence solutions to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of various city services. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the public sector by leveraging AI technologies to solve real-world problems and improve the lives of San Francisco residents, workers, businesses, and visitors. Key Responsibilities: AI Solution Development : Design, develop, and deploy AI models and algorithms to address various challenges faced by city departments, such as traffic management, public safety, healthcare, and public works. Data Engineering : Collect, preprocess, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources to support AI initiatives. Collaboration and Consultation : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and domain experts to identify AI opportunities and implement solutions. Prototyping and Experimentation : Rapidly prototype AI applications and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and validate model performance. Continuous Improvement : Monitor, build an evaluation framework for generative AI, and evaluate the performance of AI systems in production. Documentation and Reporting : Maintain comprehensive documentation of AI models, processes, and project progress. Ethical AI Practices : Ensure that AI solutions are developed and deployed in an ethical manner, considering equity, fairness, accountability, and transparency. Appointment Type: This Permanent Exempt (PEX), Full Time position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointment officer. Work Location If hired, incumbent must be a resident of or relocate to the State of California within 4 weeks as a condition of employment. This position supports remote work. The incumbent may be permitted to work a hybrid schedule with their supervisor’s approval. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Education:

An associate degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent. Experience:

Five (5) years of experience analyzing, installing, configuring, enhancing, and/or maintaining the components of an enterprise network. Substitution:

Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). Desirable Qualifications Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming such as Python, R, or Java. Strong understanding of machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn). Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Pandas, NumPy). Familiarity with cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is desirable. Communication Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Certifications:

Relevant certifications in AI/ML or cloud computing. Additional Information Compensation:

$77.9250 - $98.0125 (hourly)/$162,084 - $203,866 (annually) How to Apply: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time, but not before Monday, January 6, 2025. Your application MUST include a resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any supporting documents via the City and County of San Francisco's official job portal. You may contact Lawlun Leung via email at

lawlun.leung@sfgov.org

with questions regarding this opportunity. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Mailed, hand delivered or faxed documents/applications will not be accepted. The City and County of San Francisco does not sponsor visas. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are legally able to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by the employer. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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