LLM Specialist

Gdh Consulting, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) plan

Wellbeats membership

Gym membership discount

Holiday pay

Job summary

GDH is seeking a Senior LLM Specialist to lead the design, development, and deployment of generative AI within a cloud-based analytics environment. The role requires driving LLM architecture, strategy, and scalable implementations across Azure, AWS, or GCP, partnering with engineering, product, and data teams.

Responsibilities include building RAG pipelines, finetuning, prompt engineering, and governance, with mentoring of team members and a strong emphasis on MLOps practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in AI, machine learning, or related roles, with demonstrated expertise in LLM architectures and generative AI techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, development, and operationalization of large language models and generative AI solutions.
• Design and implement end-to-end retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines, including embedding workflows, retrieval optimization, and vector database integration.
• Drive innovation around advanced LLM techniques such as finetuning, parameter-efficient training, and prompt engineering.
• Oversee the development of high-impact prototypes and scalable LLM pipelines for enterprise deployment.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging AI/ML tools, frameworks, and architectures to enhance model performance and reliability.
• Ensure models and workflows adhere to governance, security, and performance standards within cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members and facilitate effective communication of complex AI concepts.
• Establish best practices for MLOps/LLMOps, including version control, CI/CD, automated testing, monitoring, and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate LLM solutions into large-scale analytics environments such as Databricks, Snowflake, or Spark.
• Stay current with advances in AI/ML research, evaluating their applicability and potential impact on organizational objectives.

Skills

LLM architectures

Generative AI

Python

LangChain

LlamaIndex

MLOps/LLMOps

Cloud platforms

Team leadership

Security governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

LangChain

LlamaIndex

Job description

NEW Full Time Role Summary

The Large Language Model (LLM) Specialist is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced generative AI capabilities within a cloud-based analytics environment. This senior-level role involves driving innovation in LLM architecture, strategy, and implementation while ensuring scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. Collaborating across engineering, product, and data teams, the specialist provides technical leadership and evaluates emerging LLM technologies to facilitate practical AI transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, development, and operationalization of large language models and generative AI solutions.
• Design and implement end-to-end retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines, including embedding workflows, retrieval optimization, and vector database integration.
• Drive innovation around advanced LLM techniques such as finetuning, parameter-efficient training, and prompt engineering.
• Oversee the development of high-impact prototypes and scalable LLM pipelines for enterprise deployment.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging AI/ML tools, frameworks, and architectures to enhance model performance and reliability.
• Ensure models and workflows adhere to governance, security, and performance standards within cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members and facilitate effective communication of complex AI concepts.
• Establish best practices for MLOps/LLMOps, including version control, CI/CD, automated testing, monitoring, and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate LLM solutions into large-scale analytics environments such as Databricks, Snowflake, or Spark.
• Stay current with advances in AI/ML research, evaluating their applicability and potential impact on organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in AI, machine learning, or related roles, with demonstrated expertise in LLM architectures and generative AI techniques.
• Deep knowledge of transformer models, fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and advanced retrieval methods.
• Hands-on experience with LLM frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex) and orchestration tools.
• Strong Python programming skills and experience working in distributed or GPU-accelerated environments.
• Proven ability to develop and deploy AI/ML workflows within cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Solid understanding of MLOps/LLMOps practices, including versioning, CI/CD, automated testing, and model governance.
• Ability to lead technical discussions, mentor teams, and communicate complex concepts effectively.
• This position requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance. In accordance with federal law, U.S. citizenship is required.

Publishing Pay Range: $45.00 - $55.00 USD Hourly

This is a fully remote role and can be performed from an approved location.

About GDH

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

Location/Region: Annapolis Junction, Maryland