Lead AI Engineer (NYC)

Upcoresolutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Upcoresolutions is seeking a Lead AI Engineer in New York City to head a team of AI engineers, collaborate with clients, and design and implement AI solutions that meet client requirements.

The role focuses on developing and maintaining AI models and software components, applying ML/NLP techniques, and staying current with AI advancements. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience building AI products in a professional setting
• Proficient in Python and SQL/Postgres
• Experience with OpenAI/Anthropic models; training models a plus
• Exposure to deployments (Kubernetes, Docker) and cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with NLP and ML techniques
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of AI engineers in the development and implementation of AI solutions
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and design AI solutions
• Develop and maintain AI models, algorithms, and software components
• Conduct research and stay updated on AI advancements
• Build AI applications/agents with LangChain and LangGraph
• Ensure quality and accuracy through rigorous testing and validation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into existing systems
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices

Skills

Leadership

Python

SQL/Postgres

NLP/ML

Communication

Team management

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

PostgreSQL

Job description

Job Description:

Our client isseeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead AI Engineer to join our team in New York City. As the Lead AI Engineer, you will be responsible for leading a team of AI engineers in the development and implementation of AI solutions for our clients. You will work closely with our clients to understand their business needs and design AI solutions that meet their requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of AI engineers in the development and implementation of AI solutions
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and design AI solutions that meet their requirements
• Develop and maintain AI models, algorithms, and software components
• Conduct research and stay updated on the latest advancements in AI technologies
• Experience building AI applications/agents with frameworks (LangChain, LangGraph)
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of AI solutions through rigorous testing and validationCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into existing systems
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in AI engineering

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in building AI products in a professional setting.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, algorithms, and technologies
• Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++
• Proficient in Python and SQL/Postgres
• Experience with OpenAI/Anthropic models; training models a plus
• Exposure to deployments (Kubernetes, Docker) and cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning (ML) techniques
• Experience in leading and managing a team of AI engineers
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment