Gen AI Lead Engineer, Citi

Citi

Location:
United States, Rutherford, New York

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

192000.00 - 288000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Spearhead the development and integration of Generative AI capabilities across enterprise-wide Controls Technology platform. Build, implement, and optimize AI-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiencies, automate decision-making, and drive strategic insights. This role requires both hands-on expertise in AI/ML and leadership skills to build and lead a high-performing AI team.

Job Responsibility:

Lead Generative AI Strategy aligned with enterprise-wide goals
Build and lead a high-performing team of AI specialists
Hire, mentor, and manage AI team members
Drive AI innovation by identifying business challenges solvable through AI
Oversee design, development, and deployment of AI models and algorithms
Collaborate with Data Mesh, Cloud Architecture, and tech teams
Integrate AI models into existing and future architectures
Monitor latest AI trends and technologies
Ensure AI initiatives comply with data privacy and ethical AI standards
Ensure compliance with corporate governance policies

Requirements:

8+ years of experience in AI/ML
At least 3 years in Generative AI
5+ years of leadership experience managing AI teams
Extensive hands-on experience with AWS services and infrastructure related to AI/ML
Deep knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and advanced fine-tuning techniques
Expertise in Parameter-Efficient Fine-Tuning (PEFT) methods including LoRA, QLoRA, Adapter Tuning, and Prefix Tuning
Experience with full fine-tuning, instruction tuning strategies, and agentic AI techniques
Expertise in model compression and quantization methods
Proficiency in optimized inference engines such as vLLM, DeepSpeed, and FP6-LLM
Advanced knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques
Proficiency in TensorFlow, PyTorch, and high-level APIs like Keras
Advanced NLP skills including Named Entity Recognition, Dependency Parsing, Text Classification, and Topic Modeling
Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML model deployment
Strong proficiency in data preprocessing and feature engineering
Experience with real-time AI applications and streaming data processing
Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful APIs
Experience with generative AI tools including LangChain, LlamaIndex, and Hugging Face Transformers
Familiarity with Gen AI APIs like OpenAI, Gemini, Claude
Proficiency with version control systems like Git
Knowledge of AI compliance frameworks and best practices
Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing AI teams
Strategic thinking and ability to define long-term vision for Gen AI
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Excellent communication skills
Proactive and analytical problem-solving mindset
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Nice to have:

Experience with Microsoft's AI Guidance Framework
Strong portfolio of AI-driven projects showcasing successful implementations of Generative AI solutions

What we offer:

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
Discretionary and formulaic incentive awards
Retention awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 10, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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