Senior AI Engineer

Atlanta, GA | Kansas City, MO | Philadelphia, PAValorem Reply Azure SI, US – Data + AI /Full Time /HybridValorem Reply is an award-winning digital transformation firm focused on delivering data-driven enterprise, IT modernization, customer experience, product transformation and digital workplace. Through the expertise of their people and power of Microsoft technologies, they provide hyper-scale and agile delivery of unique digital business services, strategic business models and design-led user experiences. Their innovative strategies and solutions securely and rapidly transform the way their clients do business. As a Senior AI Engineer, you will understand how AI is positioned to meet business objectives and then deliver projects for customers as part of a team. This is a hands-on role involving consulting, leading, coding, and delivering sophisticated AI solutions. Projects will span from workshops to comprehensive enterprise-level deployments.ResponsibilitiesImplementing AI solutions through people, processes, and technologyFacilitate customer education and ideation workshops focused on developing use cases and implementing modern AI/ML solutions.Consulting with stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI integration, advising on best practices, and tailoring AI strategies to meet business objectivesDefining project requirements clearly, designing robust solution architectures, and ensuring alignment with business goals and technical capabilitiesLeading the development and implementation of AI-driven solutions, managing the entire AI project lifecycle, including data collection, model training, deployment, and monitoring. Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Azure AI services and proficiency in leveraging OpenAI technologies is essentialFacilitating cross-functional collaboration, working closely with technical and non-technical teams to deliver outstanding service to customers and ensure the successful integration of AI solutions into business processesStaying updated on the latest advancements in AI and Generative AI, and advising teams on integrating cutting-edge techniques, to enhance project outcomes and drive innovationMinimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, or a related fieldProven client facing experience, translating complex requirements into actionable AI solutions that meet business objectives5 years of professional software engineering experience in Azure and Python3 years of experience with relational and nonrelational databases such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB, MongoDB, etc.2 years demonstratable experience with Azure AI solution design and production delivery,highlighting proficiency in natural language processing (NLP), retrieval augmented generation (RAG), and Azure AI Services (OpenAI, Speech, Vision, etc.) using tools like Azure AI Foundry, prompt flow, and Copilot Studio.Production experience with Azure AI platform, and the implementation of enterprise solutionsExperience with open-source models, fine-tuning, advanced prompt engineering, responsible AI practices, and managing an organization’s models Preferred QualificationsProfessional software engineering experience in C#.netFull software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experienceDeveloping cloud software services and an understanding of design for scalability, performance, and reliability in AzureAbility to support go-to-market content with technical support and present AI related research to customers and at eventsExperience with DevOps tools and processes such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, Docker and KubernetesAbout ReplyReply specializes in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media. Reply is a network of highly specialized companies supporting global industrial groups operating in the telecom and media, industry and services, banking, insurance and public administration sectors in the definition and development of business models enabled for the new paradigms of AI, cloud computing, digital media and the Internet of Things. Reply services include Consulting, System Integration and Digital Services.Reply is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to provide equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you need assistance and reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, email us at [email protected]. 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