Generative AI Engineer

Equifax; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Equifax is seeking a Generative AI Engineer to build and deploy GenAI pipelines on Vertex AI. You will work with large data sources across GCP to generate actionable insights for our business and customers.

The role emphasizes designing, implementing, and maintaining AI solutions, with a focus on prompt engineering, RAG, and real-time analytics. Collaboration across teams and clear communication are essential in a data-driven, cloud-native environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field such as CS, CS Engineering or Math.
• 2+ years shipping production-grade software.
• 1+ years deploying solutions on modern cloud environments.
• Comfort learning new tech and contributing to cutting-edge AI projects.
• Proficient in Python, LangChain, and Java or C/C++.
• Experience with REST API clients and frameworks like Spring/Flask.
• Strong ability to communicate analytical results to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy GenAI components on Google Cloud Vertex AI for insights from data.
• Integrate diverse data sources into AI/LLM-based solutions.
• Apply prompt engineering and RAG strategies to improve accuracy.
• Embed GenAI capabilities into data pipelines, dashboards, and real-time APIs.
• Translate business requests into AI-enabled analytical solutions.
• Stay current on generative AI advances and relevant data analytics.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Python

LangChain

Java

C/C++

REST APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Vertex AI

Spring/Flask

GCP

Job description

We seek a dynamic and driven individual with a strong technical foundation to serve as a Generative AI Engineer. You will leverage our data, technology, and analytics to build LLM pipelines that generate actionable insights for our business and customers.

This key position involves working with large data sources on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Google AI Platform, designing, developing, and implementing cutting‑edge generative AI solutions on Vertex AI.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI within the company, driving innovation by leveraging our cloud‑native technology (GCP/Vertex AI). Strong communication skills are required, and financial industry experience is preferred. This position provides an opportunity to work with best‑in‑class technology and a rich big data ecosystem.

This role requires being in either our Alpharetta or Atlanta, Georgia office 4 days/week on Mon - Thurs.

This position does not offer immigration sponsorship (current or future) including F‑1 STEM OPT extension support.

What You'll Do

• Develop and deploy key components of GenAI solutions on Google Cloud Vertex AI to generate insights from structured and unstructured data.
• Integrate diverse data sources, data types, and data structures into AI / LLM based solutions, using data and technology best practices.
• Implement prompt engineering and RAG (Retrieval‑Augmented Generation) strategies to improve response accuracy.
• Integrate GenAI capabilities into data pipelines and dashboards, and APIs for real‑time analytics.
• Understand how business requests translate into AI‑enabled analytical and technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the latest advancements in AI, particularly in generative AI and its applications in data analysis and insight generation.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

What experience you need:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
• 2+ years in shipping production grade software.
• 1+ years experience in deploying solutions on modern cloud environments.
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies; passion for staying abreast of the latest advancements in Generative AI research and technology; passion for AI research and a strong desire to contribute to cutting‑edge projects
• Proficiency in Python, LangChain, and either Java or C/ C++
• Experience with REST API clients and platforms such as Spring/ Flask.
• Strong communication skills of analytical results to technical and non‑technical audiences alike.

What could set you apart:

• Master’s degree in a related field is a strong plus
• Exposure in Vertex AI, GCP AI/ML services (AutoML, BigQuery ML, Cloud Run, etc.) or a similar cloud technology
• Strong foundational skills in Linux Operating System.
• Understanding of NLP, deep learning, and generative architectures (Transformers, Diffusion Models, etc.)
• Background in credit risk, financial data analytics or risk modeling.
• Experience working with large datasets on a big data platform (e.g., Google Cloud, AWS, Snowflake, Hadoop)
• Experience in Business Intelligence, data visualization, and customer insights.

• Familiarity with data governance, model bias mitigation, and regulatory frameworks (GDPR, AI Act, SEC compliance).
• Experience with MLOps practices, model monitoring, and CI/CD for AI workflows.
• Knowledge of prompt tuning, fine‑tuning, and parameter‑efficient methods (LoRA, PEFT).
• Hands‑on experience with RAG, multi‑modal AI, and hybrid AI architectures.
• Contributions to the AI community through publications, open‑source projects, or conference presentations.