AI Engineer
Talascend is currently seeking an AI Engineer for a hybrid, contract opportunity with our client.
Overview
An AI Engineer develops and trains AI models to automate processes and solve complex problems. They design and implement AI systems, ensuring they function effectively and align with business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate machine learning processes and select appropriate models.
- Collect and analyze large datasets to train AI models.
- Develop and deploy AI algorithms and systems.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to establish goals for AI processes.
- Test and validate AI models to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
- Manage data and project infrastructure.
- Stay updated on the latest AI developments and technologies.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an AI Engineer or in a similar role.
Requirements
- Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, or Java.
- Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Strong Large Language Model (LLM) expertise.
- Hands-on experience fine-tuning, adapting, and deploying LLMs, including prompt engineering, embeddings, and context management.
- Proven ability to design and implement production-grade LLM solutions such as RAG pipelines, agents, and tool/function-calling systems.
- Experience owning the end-to-end ML lifecycle, including CI/CD, deployment, monitoring, versioning, and performance/cost optimization.
- Strong Python skills with experience building scalable, testable APIs and services that integrate ML/LLM models into enterprise systems.
- Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, including containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and GPU-based ML workloads.
- Standard 5-panel drug screen required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
