AI Architect Full-time

Your Role and Responsibilities

• What you will do (Roles & Responsibilities):
• Lead the development and deployment of AI products in production environments, leveraging deep expertise in AI/ML and Data Science to ensure scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
• Direct the implementation and optimization of machine learning algorithms, neural networks, and statistical modeling techniques, personally driving solutions for complex problems.
• Personally oversee the development and deployment of large language models (LLMs) in production environments, demonstrating hands-on expertise in distributed systems, microservice architecture, and REST APIs.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate MLOps pipelines with CI/CD tools for continuous integration and deployment, taking a hands-on approach to ensure seamless integration and efficiency.
• Proactively stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI/ML technologies and actively contribute to the development and improvement of AI frameworks and libraries, leading by example in fostering innovation.
• Effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, showcasing excellent communication and interpersonal skills while leading discussions and decision-making processes.
• Uphold industry best practices and standards in AI engineering under your direct leadership, maintaining unwavering standards of code quality, performance, and security throughout the development lifecycle.
• Demonstrate leadership in the use of container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes to deploy and manage machine learning models in production environments, personally overseeing deployment strategies and optimizations.

Introduction
• Demonstrated leadership with around 20 years of experience in the systems industry. Has around 7-10 years of experience exclusively in designing enterprise AI product. Proven ability to lead teams and take ownership of end-to-end activities.
• Ability to architect AI solutions and lead complex AI missions.
• Strong working experience in the big endian systems, network concepts, GPUs.
• Strong grounding in traditional AI methodologies, covering machine learning and deep learning frameworks, with the capacity to guide and mentor team members.
• Proficient in utilizing model serving platforms such as TGIS and vLLM, with a knack for overseeing project implementations from conception to delivery.
• Preferred expertise in transformer-based and diffuser-based models (e.g., BERT, GPT, T5, Llama, Stable diffusion), coupled with hands-on involvement in testing AI algorithms and models.
• Preferred expertise in parallel programming, HPC
• Mastery of Python, C++, Go, Java, and relevant ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) for developing top-tier, production-grade products. Proven ability to lead technical teams in the implementation of complex solutions.
• Familiarity with Linux platforms and experience in Linux app development, demonstrating leadership in guiding teams through the development lifecycle.
• Experience in Generative AI is highly advantageous, with the ability to provide leadership and direction in exploring innovative AI techniques.
• Proficiency in AI compiler/runtime skills, showcasing leadership in driving optimization efforts and performance enhancements.
• Highly valued for open-source contribution, exhibiting leadership by actively participating in and guiding team members through contributions to open-source AI projects and frameworks.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• AI Enterprise product Leadership:
• Over 12 years of extensive experience in demonstrating solid Architecting, coding skills, leadership capabilities, and end-to-end ownership of Enterprise AI product.
• Deep background in machine learning, deep learning, serving as a mentor and leader in these domains.
• Expertise with product design, design principles and integration with various other enterprise products.
• Strong skills in programing with Java, Scala, Python, or
• Strong skills in frontend UI development like React, Node.js
• Model Development Expertise:
• Hands-on expertise with transformer-based and diffuser-based models (e.g., BERT, GPT, T5, Llama, Stable diffusion), showcasing mastery in model development and optimization.
• Desirable experience in rigorously testing AI algorithms and models, ensuring robustness and reliability in real-world applications.
• Traditional AI Methodologies Mastery:
• Demonstrated proficiency in traditional AI methodologies, including mastery of machine learning and deep learning frameworks.
• Familiarity with model serving platforms such as TGIS and vLLM, with a track record of leading teams in effectively deploying models in production environments.
• Proficient in developing optimal data pipeline architectures for AI applications, taking ownership of designing scalable and efficient solutions.
• Full-Stack Development Leadership:
• Proficient in full-stack development, spanning frontend (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and backend (Django, Flask, Spring Boot), with hands-on experience integrating AI technology into full-stack projects.
• Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams through the integration of AI tech into complex full-stack applications.
• Problem-Solving and Optimization Skills:
• Demonstrated strength in problem-solving and analytical skills, with a track record of optimizing AI algorithms for performance and scalability.
• Leadership in driving continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of AI solutions.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Leadership in AI/ML and Data Science:
• Over 12 years of demonstrated leadership in AI/ML and Data Science, driving the development and deployment of AI models in production environments with a focus on scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
• Ownership mentality, ensuring tasks are driven to completion with precision and attention to detail.
• Algorithm Implementation Mastery and Optimization:
• Proven track record of hands-on implementation and optimization of machine learning algorithms, neural networks, and statistical modeling techniques, showcasing expertise in solving complex problems effectively.
• Leadership in guiding teams through algorithm implementation and optimization processes, ensuring tasks are completed with efficiency and accuracy.

• Development of Large Language Models (LLMs):
• Hands-on experience in the development and deployment of large language models (LLMs) in production environments, demonstrating proficiency in distributed systems, microservice architecture, and REST APIs.
• Leadership in owning the end-to-end development process of LLMs, from ideation to deployment, ensuring seamless integration into production workflows.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning and Contribution:
• Demonstrated dedication to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in AI/ML technologies.
• Proven ability to contribute actively to the development and improvement of AI frameworks and libraries, showcasing leadership in driving innovation within the organization.
• Effective Communication and Collaboration:
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellence in interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration and teamwork across diverse teams to drive projects to successful completion.”

Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Education
Master’s Degree

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