Job Title: AI Architect
Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)
Duration: FTE/Contract
Requirements:
· 6–10 years of experience in AI/ML/Deep Learning model development
· 2-3 years Hands-on experience with LLMs, NLP, or speech/voice AI systems
· 3-5 years of experience deploying AI solutions in production environments
· 5+ years of experience in Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar frameworks
· 3-5 years of experience designing, training, and fine-tuning large language models or AI models
· 5 years of experience in Cloud AI platforms (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, Google Cloud Platform AI)
· 2-3 years of experience Familiarity with model evaluation metrics, bias detection, and optimization
· 5 years of experience in integrating AI models into applications via APIs or pipelines
· Advanced LLM techniques, prompt engineering, and fine-tuning strategies
· AI ethics, fairness, and Responsible AI deployment
· Continuous learning on emerging AI frameworks and architectures
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, or related field
· Advanced coursework or certifications in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, or NLP
· Strong mathematical and statistical foundation
Job / Role Description
· Design, develop, and deploy advanced AI models to meet business requirements
· Collaborate with data engineers, LLM Ops, and software teams for end-to-end solutions
· Evaluate model performance, fine-tune, and ensure scalability and reliability
· Research emerging AI/ML technologies and propose innovative solutions
· Mentor junior AI engineers and review code/models for best practices
· Identify bottlenecks in model performance and propose solutions
· Clearly explain AI concepts and model behavior to technical and non-technical stakeholders
· Troubleshoot deployment or integration challenges proactively
· Analyze data patterns and model outputs to derive insights
· Apply structured thinking to optimize AI workflows and pipelines
· Present complex model results in a concise and actionable manner
· Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
· Provide constructive feedback and mentor junior team members
· Provides regular updates, proactive and due diligent to carry out responsibilities
· Prior experience in working on Agile/Scrum projects with exposure to tools like Jira/Azure DevOps