Principal Software Engineer -GEN AI

About Energy Exemplar 

In an era where the world is rapidly advancing towards a cleaner future through decarbonization, stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain are having to navigate the complexities of the energy ecosystem. We seek to enable our customers to do so with confidence.   

Our mission: Empowering Transformative Energy Decisions. 

Founded in 1999 in Adelaide, Australia, Energy Exemplar’s PLEXOS® modeling and simulation software is trusted by innovative organizations across the globe. On one unified platform, stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain are revolutionizing the energy ecosystem and seamlessly planning for the future of energy with unprecedented clarity, speed, and innovation.  

Our impact is global and is being recognized across the industry: 

• Finalist for the 2024 Reuters Global Energy Transition Awards in the 'Technologies of Change' category  

• Finalist for the 2024 Go:Tech Awards in the 'Most Innovative Use of Technology’ category 

• 2022 USEA/USAID Corporate Volunteer of the Year   

• 2022 Impact Award Winner for our impact on the energy industry and the current energy transition  

At Energy Exemplar, we believe in empowering our people by offering flexibility in how, when, and where they work. This flexibility has been a cornerstone of our success, fueling significant growth over the years, with the company expanding at an impressive rate of approximately 30% year over year. We understand that the best results come when our team members can balance their professional and personal lives, so we support various working arrangements that help you thrive. 

We don’t just celebrate the excellence of our products but champion the quality of our people. They own their outcomes and perform to their best – every day. whether you're working from home, in the office, or on the go. Our flexible work culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and trust, making it easier to stay engaged and connected, no matter where you are. That’s what makes us who we are and a great place to work. Our core values ‘Customer Success’, ‘One Global Team’, ‘Integrity and Ownership’ and ‘Innovation Excellence’ reflect the way we work and are always at the forefront of everything we do. 

We're seeking a talented Generative AI Developer to join our Engineering team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and implement generative AI solutions to solve complex business problems. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform cutting-edge AI technologies into practical, scalable applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop generative AI applications using large language models (LLMs), diffusion models, and other generative AI technologies
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to identify use cases and implement AI solutions
• Fine-tune and optimize models for specific client requirements and use cases
• Implement robust evaluation frameworks to assess model performance and mitigate potential risks
• Create prototypes and proof-of-concepts to demonstrate capabilities and gather feedback
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for AI systems
• Stay current with the latest advancements in generative AI technologies and methodologies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of relevant experience
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face)
• Experience implementing LLM-based applications and understanding of prompt engineering
• Knowledge of generative AI concepts, including text generation, image generation, and multimodal systems
• Experience with API development and integration
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in AI, ML, or related field
• Experience with model fine-tuning, RLHF, and alignment techniques
• Knowledge of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architectures
• Experience with vector databases and embedding models
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and their AI/ML services
• Understanding of enterprise AI governance, security, and compliance requirements

If you're passionate about applying generative AI to transform Energy Sector and want to contribute to development of more efficient and sustainable energy system and want to be at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field, we'd love to hear from you.

Energy Exemplar is an equal opportunities employer and we value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing and fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Bring your authentic self and help us build an inclusive world together! To support you in being the best version of yourself during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements.