Generative AI Engineer

IC Resources
Oxford
1 year ago
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IC Resources is seeking a Generative AI Engineer to join our client's innovative and fast-paced team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled AI professional to contribute to cutting-edge natural language processing and machine learning projects. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in large language models (LLMs) to design, develop, and deploy impactful AI solutions that push technological boundaries.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develop advanced AI algorithms tailored to core product requirements.
  • Deploy AI solutions into secure offline environments, ensuring performance and scalability.
  • Collaborate with the wider AI team to integrate novel language models and data enhancement techniques.
  • Stay informed about the latest developments in LLMs and NLP research to maintain a competitive edge.

Essential Experience:

  • Ability to gain UK security clearance*
  • 3+ years of industry experience related to:
  • Deploying LLMs in search pipelines, knowledge of LLMs design, and their applications in production.
  • Expertise in developing and deploying machine learning pipelines, particularly in NLP.
  • Proficiency in Python for machine learning and experience with Docker for system deployment.

Desired Experience:

  • Background in full-stack development, AWS/cloud infrastructure.
  • Experience with Agile product development and MLOps best practices.
  • Familiarity with building RESTful services and data engineering.

What’s On Offer:

  • £DOE
  • Share options
  • Flexible working hours with hybrid working

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Generative AI Engineer looking to shape the future of AI technology, apply now for immediate consideration. Contact Chris Wyatt, Principal Recruitment Consultant, for more details about this exciting opportunity.

*Please note you must be a UK citizen to gain the security clearance required

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