AI architect

Virtusa; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtusa seeks an experienced AI/ML Engineer with a strong Generative AI focus to join our dynamic team in Sydney. You will design, develop, and deploy Gen AI models, collaborating across functions to translate business needs into robust technical solutions.

You will stay ahead of Gen AI advancements, optimize models for scale, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to documentation and code reviews. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and deploying AI/ML models with Gen AI focus.
• Strong programming skills in Python and at least one of Java or R.
• Hands-on experience with ML libraries and toolkits such as TensorFlow/PyTorch/Scikit-learn.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms and software engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML models emphasizing Generative AI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Stay updated on latest AI/ML Gen AI advancements and apply them.
• Optimize and fine-tune models for performance and scalability.
• Mentor junior team members and share best practices in AI/ML engineering.
• Contribute to code reviews and technical documentation.

Skills

Generative AI

Python/R/Java

NLP & CV familiarity

MLOps basics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

Job Requirements

We are seeking an experienced AI/ML Engineer with a strong focus on Generative AI (Gen AI) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and deploying AI/ML models, with a deep understanding of Gen AI technologies and their applications. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive innovation and deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement AI/ML models with a focus on Generative AI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Conduct research and stay updated on the latest advancements in AI/ML and Gen AI technologies.
• Optimize and fine-tune existing models for improved performance and scalability.
• Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on best practices in AI/ML engineering.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of technical documentation.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong expertise in Generative AI technologies and frameworks.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java.
• Experience with machine learning libraries and tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for deploying AI solutions.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision techniques.
• Experience in working with large datasets and data preprocessing.
• Knowledge of MLOps practices for model deployment and monitoring.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in AI/ML engineering, with a strong emphasis on Generative AI., LLM, RAG and Agentic AI