Gen AI Architect

Ethereum Technologies LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company specializing in AI is seeking a Gen AI Architect to design innovative solutions for investment banking. The role requires over 10 years of experience in AI/ML architecture, with a focus on Generative AI and Azure OpenAI services. Responsibilities include developing scalable AI solutions, leading integration efforts, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate has expertise in large-scale AI systems and a strong understanding of AI ethics. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in AI/ML architecture and strategy in enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in deploying large‑scale AI/ML solutions, including LLMs and RAG frameworks.
• Experience with AI/ML tools and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and LangChain.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the AI/ML architecture and roadmap for investment banking processes.
• Design end-to-end AI solutions covering data ingestion, model training, and monitoring.
• Lead the integration of Large Language Models and RAG frameworks.

Skills

AI/ML architecture

Generative AI

Microsoft Azure OpenAI

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Advanced degree (Ph.D., Master's) in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related fields

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Hugging Face

LangChain

LangGraph

Job description

Job Description

The Gen AI Architect will leverage advanced Generative AI models and Azure OpenAI services to develop innovative solutions for investment banking processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in investment banking, hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure OpenAI, and expertise in Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the AI/ML architecture and roadmap, including both traditional machine learning and Generative AI (GenAI) use cases.
• Design comprehensive end-to-end AI solutions covering data ingestion, feature engineering, model training, inference pipelines, and monitoring frameworks.
• Lead the integration of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks, utilizing tools such as LangChain, LangGraph, or similar.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable AI‑driven technical solutions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI/ML tools, cloud services, frameworks, and libraries based on use case needs and industry best practices.
• Ensure models adhere to governance, security, explainability, and regulatory compliance, embedding ethical AI principles into system design.
• Guide engineering teams in the implementation of AI components, emphasizing scalability, reliability, and performance optimization.
• Partner with DevOps teams to establish CI/CD pipelines for AI, including model versioning, deployment automation, and ongoing A/B testing.
• Keep abreast of the latest industry research, breakthroughs, and emerging trends in AI, recommending adoption of best practices and innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience 10+ years, excel in leading AI/ML architecture and strategy in enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in designing and deploying large‑scale AI/ML solutions, including LLMs and RAG frameworks.
• Experience with AI/ML tools and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, LangChain, LangGraph, or similar.
• Deep understanding of data workflows, feature engineering, model training, evaluation, and deployment.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and services tailored for AI deployment.
• Familiarity with model governance, security, explainability, and ethical AI standards.
• Experience in developing CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML, including model versioning, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred, but not required

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., Master's) in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related fields.
• Publications or practical contributions to AI research and open-source projects.
• Experience working in regulated industries or environments requiring compliance and governance.
• Familiar with project management and Agile practices.

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