AI Intergration Lead

Candidates must be local to the Washington, DC area (Role is hybrid 2-3 days in downtown Washington, DC). About us: We are a rapidly growing, venture-backed SaaS organization headquartered in Washington, DC. Our platform is transforming the way transportation and infrastructure systems — such as roadways, rail networks, transit systems, and pedestrian environments — are managed and optimized. Our technology solutions are designed to: Improve roadway safety and reduce traffic-related incidents Enhance accessibility for pedestrians and multimodal travel Enable system operators to improve efficiency while reducing operational cost You will collaborate with a highly skilled team of engineers and data scientists leveraging cutting‑edge technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, to build advanced solutions for a diverse and expanding client base across the United States, with plans for global growth. Role Overview: As an AI Integration Lead , you will play a critical role in embedding AI capabilities into our product ecosystem. This position requires bridging domain expertise in transportation or infrastructure with applied AI solutions. You will work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Data, and Research teams to develop scalable processes, improve data quality, and drive product innovation. The role emphasizes hands‑on experimentation, evaluation of third‑party AI tools, and translating technical insights into product direction. We are looking for someone who is resourceful, forward‑thinking, and motivated to improve systems and workflows. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential to succeed in this role within a fast‑paced startup environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as the subject matter bridge between infrastructure/transportation domain knowledge and AI capabilities, ensuring outputs align with real‑world standards Partner with research teams to refine prompting strategies, model capabilities, and domain‑specific fine‑tuning approaches Guide development and implementation of techniques to improve large language model (LLM) performance, including tool use and advanced prompting Collaborate with data teams to identify and utilize datasets for pre‑training, reinforcement learning (RLHF), in‑context learning (ICL), and related applications Lead initiatives in computer vision and image recognition for infrastructure asset analysis, including model selection, implementation, and validation Contribute to the development and evaluation of domain‑adapted AI models specific to transportation and infrastructure use cases Assess and recommend third‑party AI tools, APIs, and models, weighing build‑vs‑buy decisions in partnership with engineering teams Oversee AI‑driven quality assurance and quality control processes, continuously improving data accuracy and integrity through iterative feedback loops Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field 5+ years of professional experience (including relevant project work) 3+ years of experience focused on AI, preferably within a product‑driven environment Strong foundation in computer science principles, including algorithms and optimization Proficiency in Python and SQL, with the ability to handle data storage and retrieval securely Familiarity with RESTful APIs and backend systems, with the ability to prototype and evaluate integrations Experience with cloud platforms (preferably AWS), including services such as S3 and serverless functions Exposure to computer vision or image recognition technologies (hands‑on or evaluative) Working knowledge of transportation systems, civil infrastructure, or geospatial data sufficient to assess AI outputs and collaborate with domain experts Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to cross‑functional teams Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision) Generous paid time off 401(k) with employer matching Commuter benefits Office amenities including fitness facilities and stocked refreshments Significant growth opportunities within a high‑growth, venture‑backed environment Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dexian