GenAI Engineer

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At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,500+, and has 58 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Menlo Park, CA is $105K - $115K/year & benefits (see below).

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented Generative AI Developer with strong Python experience to design, develop, and deploy AI-powered applications and intelligent automation solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with large language models, prompt engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), machine learning frameworks, and cloud-based AI services.

The successful candidate will work closely with product managers, software engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to build scalable, secure, and high-performing Generative AI solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop Generative AI applications using Python.
• Build and integrate solutions using large language models such as GPT, Claude, Gemini, Llama, or similar models.
• Develop prompt templates, prompt chains, and evaluation frameworks to improve model accuracy and reliability.
• Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines using enterprise data sources.
• Work with vector databases such as Pinecone, FAISS, Weaviate, Milvus, or Chroma.
• Develop AI agents, conversational applications, chatbots, and intelligent automation workflows.
• Integrate AI models with internal systems, APIs, databases, and third-party platforms.
• Use frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or equivalent tools.
• Prepare, clean, process, and manage structured and unstructured data.
• Develop APIs and backend services using Python frameworks such as FastAPI or Flask.
• Evaluate model performance, response quality, latency, cost, and safety.
• Implement techniques to reduce hallucinations and improve factual accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy AI solutions into production.
• Apply software engineering best practices, including version control, testing, documentation, and code reviews.
• Monitor deployed models and applications for reliability, security, and performance.
• Stay current with developments in Generative AI, machine learning, NLP, and cloud technologies.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in Python development.
• Experience building applications using Generative AI or large language models.
• Strong knowledge of Python programming, object-oriented design, and software development practices.
• Experience working with REST APIs, JSON, databases, and third-party integrations.
• Knowledge of prompt engineering and LLM application development.
• Experience with RAG, embeddings, semantic search, and vector databases.
• Familiarity with machine learning and natural language processing concepts.
• Experience with Git, unit testing, debugging, and code documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or similar frameworks.
• Experience with OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, or Hugging Face.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience developing APIs with FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and MLOps practices.
• Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, or Redis.
• Knowledge of machine learning libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, or Transformers.
• Understanding of model fine-tuning, LoRA, PEFT, and model evaluation techniques.
• Experience with AI safety, data privacy, security, and responsible AI practices.
• Familiarity with observability and monitoring tools for production AI systems.

We can offer you:

·       A highly competitive compensation and benefits package

·       A multinational organization with 58 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad

·       Laptop and a mobile phone

·       10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)

·       Maternity & Paternity leave plans

·       A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)

·       Retirement savings plans

·       A higher education certification policy

·       Commuter benefits (varies by region)

·       Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.

·       On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses

·       Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups

·       Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms

·       A flat and approachable organization

·       A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.