Gen AI Engineer - Charlotte, NC

Synechron; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Work abroad opportunities

Paid annual leave

Parental leave

Insurance plan

Retirement savings plans

Education policy

Udemy for Business

Coaching & mentoring

Training programs

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a Senior Generative AI / ML Engineer to design and deploy AI solutions using large language models, foundation models, and modern machine learning technologies. The role focuses on building RAG systems, AI agents, embeddings pipelines, and model-powered APIs while fine-tuning LLMs for quality, performance, and safety.

You will develop scalable data, training, deployment, and monitoring pipelines in collaboration with product, engineering and data teams, and mentor peers on

Qualifications

• Experience in machine learning, AI, or software engineering.
• Strong Python programming and software engineering skills.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs, NLP, transformers, embeddings, and vector databases.
• Experience with RAG, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, or AI agents.
• Proficiency with PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face, or similar frameworks.
• Experience deploying ML systems using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, MLOps, CI/CD, and model monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Design and productionize generative AI and machine learning applications.
• Build RAG systems, AI agents, embedding pipelines, and model-powered APIs.
• Fine-tune, evaluate, and optimize LLMs for quality, performance, safety, and cost.
• Develop scalable data, training, deployment, and monitoring pipelines.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to AI architecture and technical strategy.

Skills

Python

LLMs

NLP

Transformers

PyTorch

Cloud

MLOps

CI/CD

Communication

Vekt or vector databases

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

MLOps

CI/CD

Model monitoring

Hugging Face

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

We’re looking for a Senior Generative AI / ML Engineer to build and deploy innovative AI solutions using large language models, foundation models, and modern machine learning technologies.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $105k - $108k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design and productionize generative AI and machine learning applications.
• Build RAG systems, AI agents, embedding pipelines, and model-powered APIs.
• Fine-tune, evaluate, and optimize LLMs for quality, performance, safety, and cost.
• Develop scalable data, training, deployment, and monitoring pipelines.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to AI architecture and technical strategy.

Requirements:

• Experience in machine learning, AI, or software engineering.
• Strong Python programming and software engineering skills.
• Hands-on experience with LLMs, NLP, transformers, embeddings, and vector databases.
• Experience with RAG, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, or AI agents.
• Proficiency with PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face, or similar frameworks.
• Experience deploying ML systems using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, MLOps, CI/CD, and model monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.