Principal AI/ML Engineer

Who we are:

Join the dynamic team at Provoke, where we're not just about meeting expectations but exceeding them. We're looking for innovative professionals who are passionate about driving exceptional outcomes for our customers. At Provoke, you'll be empowered to challenge the status quo and encouraged to think differently, leveraging a growth mindset to deliver tangible results. Here, professional growth isn't just a concept—it's a reality, fueled by continuous learning and a supportive, forward-thinking environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact and grow alongside a team of like-minded individuals, Provoke is your destination.

What we do:

We build bespoke software using modern technologies and are on a mission to help our clients flourish with smart solutions to solve their business needs.

The Provoke Experience:

We are committed to building high performing teams and offer tangible rewards to ensure that effort is recognized. We are dedicated to providing an enriching environment and learning opportunities for our employees to grow within and fast track their careers. We are focused on diversity – diversity in race, gender, orientation and experience.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a seasoned Principal AI/ML Engineer to lead our AI/ML initiatives. In addition to providing technical expertise and leadership in the development of intelligent solutions, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record in generative modeling and the ability to lead and mentor a team of talented engineers.

Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical leadership in the design and implementation of AI/ML solutions, with a specific focus on Generative AI.


• Lead and guide the development team in solving complex AI/ML challenges, including generative modeling.

Generative AI Expertise:

• Design and implement state-of-the-art generative models for tasks such as image synthesis, text generation, and data augmentation.


• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in Generative AI to integrate cutting-edge technologies into our solutions.

Project Management:

• Collaborate with project managers to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.


• Take ownership of project timelines, ensuring successful delivery within specified deadlines.

Team Collaboration:

• Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture within the AI/ML engineering team.


• Mentor and coach team members, promoting professional growth and development.

Algorithm Development:

• Develop and implement robust machine learning algorithms, with a particular emphasis on generative models.


• Ensure that generative models align with business objectives and client requirements.

Model Deployment:

• Lead the deployment of both generative and traditional machine learning models into production, ensuring scalability and reliability.


• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams for seamless integration.

Client Interaction:

• Work closely with clients to understand their AI/ML requirements, with a specific emphasis on Generative AI, and provide strategic guidance.


• Act as a technical liaison between the development team and clients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of project goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.


• Proven experience as a Senior or Principal AI/ML Engineer, with a focus on Generative AI, in a consulting or similar environment.


• Strong proficiency in machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn, with a specialization in generative modeling libraries.


• Expertise in developing and deploying both generative and traditional machine learning models at scale.


• Excellent leadership and communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple AI/ML projects, including generative modeling projects, simultaneously.


• Familiarity with cloud-based AI/ML services (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Azure ML).

Benefits and Perks:

• Health/dental/vision insurance


• 401k


• Long-term/short term disability and AD&D


• Reimbursed cell phone plan


• Give you your birthday off


• Provide you with an environment where high performance is not only recognized but rewarded.


• If you are looking for international opportunities, we have them!