Azure AI Engineer - Eliassen Group : Job Details

Azure AI EngineerAnywhereType: ContractCategory: DevelopmentIndustry: RetailWorkplace Type: RemoteReference ID: JN -102###-####1Date Posted: 12/09/2024Shortcut: JobsDescription:100% Remote role Our large retail client is seeking a talented and experienced Azure AI Engineer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying AI solutions using Azure AI services. You will collaborate with the business and IT engineers to integrate AI capabilities into applications.Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.Rate: $70 - $85 / hr. w2Responsibilities:Model Training and Evaluation: Train, fine-tune, and evaluate AI models, including LLMs, to ensure they meet performance criteria and integrate into current solutionsAPI Development and Integration: Develop and integrate APIs to enable seamless interaction between AI models and other applications for serving modelsCollaboration: Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and business stakeholders.Performance Optimization: Techniques for optimizing AI models for performance, including hyperparameter tuning and model compressionSupport: Monitor and maintain AI systems. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for AI solutions.Documentation: Create comprehensive documentation for AI solutions, including design documents, user guides, and operational procedures.Continuous Learning: Demonstrate commitment to staying updated with the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and cloud technologies.Experience Requirements:Cloud Services: Deep understanding of Azure AI services, including Azure Machine Learning, Azure Cognitive Services, and Azure OpenAI Service.Large Language Models (LLMs): Experience with LLMs such as GPT-3, GPT-4, or similar models, including fine-tuning and deploying them.API Development: Proficiency in developing and consuming RESTful APIs, and familiarity with GraphQL.Data Engineering: Skills in data preprocessing, feature engineering, and data pipeline development using tools like Azure Data Factory.Containerization and Orchestration: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerizing AI solutions and managing their deployment.Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.AI/ML Development: At least 3+ years of hands-on experience in developing AI/ML solutions, with a focus on deploying them in a cloud environment.Experience with Azure AI services, cloud computing and version control systems like Git.Strong programming skills in Python and other relevant languages.Experience with data engineering and MLOps practices including CI/CD for machine learning models.Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.Knowledge of security best practices for deploying AI solutions, including data encryption and access controlUnderstand ethical considerations in AI, including bias detection and mitigation strategiesSkills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact [email protected] Eliassen Group:Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!