AI/ML Lead

Job Summary: 
We are seeking a skilled AI/ML Developer with a strong background in Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Python. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing and deploying AI-driven applications, particularly using Streamlit for web applications, and working with Azure Cloud services. You will be responsible for selecting appropriate large language models based on problem descriptions, conducting prompt engineering, and utilizing Azure OpenAI Studio and Azure AI Services to build scalable, serverless applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Machine Learning & NLP:
  • Develop and implement machine learning models, particularly in natural language processing.
  • Apply statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to large datasets.
  • Optimize and fine-tune models for performance and scalability.
• Python & Streamlit:
  • Develop and deploy web applications using Python and Streamlit.
  • Ensure seamless integration of AI/ML models within web applications.
• Large Language Model Selection:
  • Evaluate and select appropriate large language models based on problem descriptions.
  • Implement and fine-tune models for specific use cases.
• Prompt Engineering:
  • Design and refine prompts for language models to improve output quality and relevance.
  • Experiment with various prompt engineering techniques to enhance AI-driven solutions.
• Azure OpenAI Studio & Azure AI Services:
  • Utilize Azure OpenAI Studio to develop, train, and deploy AI models.
  • Leverage Azure AI services, including the Chat Playground, to build intelligent applications.
  • Develop and Deploy scalable serverless functions on Azure Cloud.
• Application Development & Deployment:
  • Develop and deploy AI/ML-powered applications on Azure Cloud.
  • Ensure applications are scalable, efficient, and maintainable.
  • Implement best practices in DevOps for continuous integration and deployment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML, with a focus on machine learning and NLP.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with Streamlit for web application development.
• Experience in selecting and fine-tuning large language models.
• Strong expertise in prompt engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Azure OpenAI Studio and Azure AI services, including the Chat Playground.
• Proven ability to develop and deploy scalable serverless functions on Azure Cloud.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with other cloud platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud.
• Experience with other AI frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.

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