Sr. GenAI Architect

Hyundai Capital America; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Vehicle benefits

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Hyundai Capital America seeks a Sr. GenAI Architect to own enterprise-wide GenAI architecture, including model selection, retrieval, and agent orchestration. You will lead scalable pipelines, CI/CD, and governance while partnering with teams to deploy production-grade AI capabilities.

The role requires 8+ years in solution architecture with 3+ years in ML/LLM systems, strong Python/Rust skills, and leadership to drive architectural decisions in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in solution architecture; 3+ years in ML/LLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Define reference architecture for GenAI products, including LLM selection, RAG, and agent framework.
• Build CI/CD, model registry, feature stores, vector database integration with data pipelines.
• Deploy AI models to production with monitoring and cost dashboards; ensure real-time data handling.
• Lead design reviews and technical decisions to meet objectives and ROI goals.

Skills

Python

Rust

AI SDKs

Cloud services

Vector databases

ML/LLM systems

Multi-agent architectures

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

APIs

Model registries

Job description

Description Job Title : Sr. GenAI Architect Hyundai Capital America (HCA) helps people move forward. Through Hyundai Motor Finance, Genesis Finance, and Kia Finance, we deliver innovative financing, leasing, and insurance solutions to more than 3 million customers and businesses nationwide. We're a company driven by growth, innovation, and people. At HCA, you'll find opportunities to build new skills, expand your career, and make a real impact-while working in a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven environment. We're proud to support our communities through volunteerism, philanthropy, and engaged Employee Resource Groups. If you're looking for a fast-paced, collaborative workplace where your ideas matter, join us as we lead the future of financing freedom of movement.

WORK MODEL

#LI-OnSite (4 days a week)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Sr. GenAI Architect will own enterprise-wide end - to - end architecture for GenAI products: model selection, retrieval, agent orchestration, guardrails, observability, and reliability. This role will design and implement scalable GenAI solutions for business use cases and provide technical leadership and accelerate knowledge transfer.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

1. Define reference architecture (LLM selection, RAG, agent framework, APIs). Lead development of agentic and orchestrated multi-agent architectures. Establish coding standards, secure patterns, and SRE/observability baselines.

2. Partner with internal teams to build CI/CD, model registry, feature stores, vector database. Collaborate with engineers to integrate models with enterprise data pipelines for data/model/artifact versioning and automate deployments. Operate model/agent registries and governance hooks (approval gates, audits). Set up tracing, logging, eval integration, and cost dashboards. Architect scalable pipelines, including model training, deployment, monitoring, and CI/CD workflows.

3. Deploy AI models into production environments and ensure that models are integrated into existing systems and can handle real-time data inputs effectively. Troubleshoot issues that arise during model deployment and operation to ensure solutions are implemented quickly to minimum downtime. Continually monitor performance to detect any issues, such as drops in accuracy or changes in data patterns. Implement monitoring systems to ensure models remain effective over time.

4. Lead design reviews and technical decisions to ensure AI solutions meet business objectives, performance standards, and ROI goals.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years' progressive experience in solution architecture; 3+ years in ML/LLM systems.
• Experience building and deploying LLM / ML models, connecting LLMs with APIs, defining RAG and multi-agent architectures, and cross-platform agent deployment.
• Prior leadership of production RAG and agent systems at scale preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Python/Rust and modern AI SDKs
• Strong with Python backends, cloud services, vector databases, and eventing.
• Proven ability to design scalable GenAI architectures leveraging cloud platforms and MLOps practices.
• Strong mentoring and technical leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create architectural diagrams and technical documentation for non-technical stakeholders.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong organizational skills..
• Excellent interpersonal skills to successfully collaborate with cross functional departments.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities
• Ability to manage simultaneous projects and complete multiple tasks.
• Strong orientation toward results coupled with reputation for integrity and good judgment
• Must have the ability to challenge, when appropriate, existing practices.

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE

At HCA, we know our success starts with our people. We offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and life outside of work - so you can bring your best every day.

• Hybrid work schedule offering 4 on-site days and 1 remote day per week
• Vehicle benefits designed around your role, including monthly allowances and purchase and lease discounts
• Flexible health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plans, including no cost and low-cost options
• Annual employer HSA contribution to help offset healthcare expenses
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, so you can start building your future from day one
• 100% company paid life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellbeing programs at no cost to you, including gym benefits and health resources
• Generous parental leave to support growing families
• Paid Volunteer Time Off, plus a company donation to a charity of your choice

At HCA, our benefits are more than perks - they're part of our commitment to supporting you at work and in life. Learn more about benefits at HCA!

OTHER DETAILS

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace-because we believe diversity builds stronger teams. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, caste, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during the application process is requested in good faith and will be used solely in accordance with applicable employment laws.