Generative AI Engineer / QA Engineer

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Equifax is seeking a dynamic Generative AI Engineer to build and deploy GenAI solutions on Google Cloud Vertex AI, processing large data sources to deliver actionable insights for business users.

You will work with cloud-native GCP tools, integrate diverse data sources, and implement RAG and prompt engineering to improve response accuracy. Strong communication skills are essential, and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
• 2+ years in shipping production grade software.
• 1+ years deploying solutions on modern cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Python, LangChain, and Java or C/C++.
• Experience with REST API clients and platforms such as Spring/Flask.
• Strong communication of analytical results to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy GenAI components on Google Cloud Vertex AI to extract insights from data.
• Integrate diverse data sources into AI/LLM-based solutions following best practices.
• Implement prompt engineering and RAG strategies to improve accuracy.
• Embed GenAI capabilities into data pipelines, dashboards, and real-time analytics APIs.
• Translate business requests into AI-enabled analytical solutions.
• Stay updated on AI advancements and relate them to business use cases.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Python

LangChain

Java

C/C++

REST API

Spring/Flask

Vertex AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/Math

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

GCP Vertex AI

Job description

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

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 generation.
• 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.

We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

Primary Location

USA-Atlanta-One-Atlantic-CenterUSA-Atlanta JV White

Function

Function - Data and Analytics

Schedule

Full time