We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced GEN AI Lead/Architect to drive the design, development, and implementation of critical components for our GenAI applications. You will work with a large squad (7-8 members) of engineers, mentor team members, and collaborate closely with staff engineers and technical leads. This role requires a proactive individual capable of thriving in a dynamic environment with both concrete and evolving requirements.
Responsibilities: * Define and own the GENAI solution architecture including model selection, fine-tuning strategy, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), vector stores, and prompt engineering pipelines. * Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-quality, scalable software applications supporting Generative AI initiatives. * Collaborate with Data Scientists, MLOps, Cloud Architects, Product Managers, and Legal teams for safe, ethical and compliant AI. * Should have hands-on experience on ML engineering. Deployment of models from development to production and troubleshoot if any issue arises * Develop Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) based on both clearly defined and evolving requirements, iterating quickly to meet rapidly changing needs. * Mentor and guide engineers of all levels, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. * Effectively communicate technical concepts and project updates to engineers, leaders, and executives. * Capable of and will lead a small squad of engineers, providing technical guidance. * Proactively identify and resolve complex technical challenges within the environment.Required Skills & Experience: * 5+ years of experience in software application development with a strong focus on Python. * Advanced proficiency in data engineering principles and technologies. * Advanced proficiency in SQL and database design. * Strong API development experience, specifically with FastAPI. * Extensive experience developing both analytical and operational applications/systems. * Deep understanding of software development best practices, including testing, deployment, and troubleshooting. * Experience with Apache Kafka. * Working knowledge of Snowflake. * Working knowledge on ML engineering and deployment of models from development to production * Experience in building GEN AI apps using python, PyTorch, LangChain or equivalent * Proficiency with cloud AI services: GCP Vertex AI * Ability to adapt quickly and efficiently to a new and complex environment * Excellent communication and collaboration skills. * Ability to work on-site in San Antonio or Plano, TX (RTO policy: 4 days in office with manager’s discretion for flexibility).Preferred Skills & Experience: * Java development experience (including Java APIs and Spring/Spring Boot). * Experience with dbt (Data Build Tool). * JavaScript and front-end development experience. * AWS, GCPQualifications: (Please list all required qualifications) Click here to enter text.(Rationalizes basic requirements for candidates to apply. Helps w/rationalization when detailed.- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.- Experience with ML Engineering with additional exposure to Data Engineering- Certification in software engineering, ML, or related field is a plus- Experience Must Have Technical/Functional SkillsPython, SQL and database design, FastAPI, Kafka, Snowflake, DBT, PyTorch, LangChain or equivalent, GCP Vertex AI, AWS, GCP, Java development experience (including Java APIs and Spring/Spring Boot)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $165,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Gen AI: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Antonio, TX 78201 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Antonio, TX 78201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In perso

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