AI/ML Software Engineer

Job Title: AI/ML Software Engineer

Duration:  Long term contract

Payrange : $45- $50/hr 

About Edify  

Headquartered in Naperville, IL, we are a dynamic team with over two decades of industry expertise, dedicated to delivering robust business solutions, staff augmentation, and a comprehensive range of application and web services. Recognized as one of INC. Magazine''s Fastest Growing Private Companies, we''re committed to empowering businesses with innovative technology solutions.

At Edify Technologies, we partner with customers globally, empowering them to enhance their technology footprint, reduce unnecessary costs, develop sustainable IT solutions, and gain a competitive edge in today''s digital world. We believe in creating an impact through innovation, driving tangible results that propel businesses forward.

Requirement:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or Mathematics, or a related field
• At least three (3) years’ experience in data science, machine learning, or applied AI development.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in software engineering, architecture, or web development.
• Experience with 
  • SQL and relational database systems
  • Fine-tuning small language models or embedding models
  • Contributing to or maintaining open-source software projects
  • Graph databases or graph extensions
  • Designing and implementing multi-agent or task-oriented AI systems
  • Version control systems
  • Embedding models, vector similarity, re-ranking, and graph retrieval techniques in RAG systems
  • Collaborating with large language models (LLMs), including both API-based integration and local deployment
  • Validating AI-generated outputs, mitigating hallucinations, and integrating AI tools into production service pipelines
• Ability to:
  • ​​​​​​​Understand data structures, algorithms, and clean coding principles
  • Select and apply appropriate techniques (LLM and non-LLM) based on task requirements
  • Develop and improve testing and evaluation pipelines for AI systems, including use of synthetic data
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Python, including the ability to develop production-grade backend services, APIs, middleware, and data pipelines.
  • Design and implement AI/ML systems that operate effectively on complex, inconsistent, or evolving datasets while balancing accuracy, latency, and cost (token consumption)
  • Collaborate with team members to define system architecture, agent workflows, and data pipelines while working in constrained environments, including limited GPU availability and predefined infrastructure
• Knowledge of :
  • ​​​​​​​Hybrid cloud environments and distributed system considerations
  • Threading, asynchronous processing, and queues in backend servers
  • React and Microsoft Teams Toolkit for developing chatbot user interfaces
  • Non-llm data analysis techniques for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data
  • NLP
  • Data science and LLM-related libraries in Rust or other performance-oriented programming languages
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We Believe in Diversity & Inclusion:

As a minority-owned company, we deeply value and prioritize inclusion and diversity within our organization. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters innovation, creativity, and empathy, leading to a richer and more rewarding work environment. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Join us and be a part of a team that celebrates diversity, cherishes different perspectives, and fosters a collaborative and supportive community.

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