Gen AI Specialist - Databricks, Azure [Hybrid NYC Area or San Francisco]

Gen AI Specialist
Hybrid | Must be based in the NYC or San Francisco area (occasional on-site meetings required)

This is an exclusive, off-market opportunity. Our executive client searches are confidential. Apply now to learn more about this unique new position!

What’s in it for you:

• 12-month contract with strong likelihood of extension

• Work on a high-impact AI initiative within a global financial services client environment

• Join a fast-growing GenAI team building enterprise-level, production-ready AI solutions

What you get to do:

• Design, train, and deploy advanced machine learning models using Databricks, MosaicML, and Azure ML

• Optimize and fine-tune LLMs and other deep learning models for scalability and performance

• Develop and manage data pipelines using PySpark, MLflow, Delta Lake, and CI/CD practices

• Build and operationalize intelligent automation and agent-based applications (e.g., CRM, prospecting, finance tools)

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and product teams to convert business needs into GenAI solutions

• Perform EDA, feature engineering, and model evaluation using key performance metrics (precision, recall, F1, etc.)

• Document findings, mentor junior team members, and contribute to governance and compliance standards for ethical AI

What you need to succeed:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in applied machine learning or AI model development with models deployed in production

• Strong experience in Databricks, PySpark, and Spark MLlib in distributed environments

• Practical knowledge of MosaicML for model training and optimization

• Expertise in Python, with proficiency in SQL and deep learning frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face

• Solid understanding of the Azure ecosystem, including Azure ML, Data Lake, Key Vault, and Event Hubs

• Experience building CI/CD workflows and model pipelines using Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure Data Factory

• Consulting background with the ability to interface with clients and translate business needs into technical outcomes

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, cross-functional team

Bonus Perks:

As a valuable new member of the team, you will have access to our company’s extensive client list, the support of a tenured team, and the opportunity to enroll in a variety of health benefit plans. We are eager to help ensure your success in this exciting new role.

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