Gen AI Technologist Lead

POSTING DEADLINE


This position is posted until filled.

The successful candidate can sit out of our Albuquerque, NM location or our Lewisville, TX location.


DEPARTMENT


Department: Enterprise Applications

PREFERENCES


Deep understanding of effective use of MS Copilot across various Microsoft applications (to maximize productivity and drive adoption across the business).

Strong knowledge of data modeling, visualization techniques/tools (e.g., Power BI), and statistical analysis.

Experience with large language models (LLMs), natural language processing (NLP), and computer vision (all are pluses).

Certifications in Microsoft Azure, Office 365, or related technologies.

Proven creative problem-solving skills and ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Experience working across different business groups with strong communication skills and business acumen.

JOB DESCRIPTION


Gen AI Technologist Lead

Salary Grade: G05
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$94,831 - $128,022 - $161,213

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

This position may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. Prior to being hired, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training.

SUMMARY:


This position will coordinate the setup and growth of the Generative AI practice within the Company, working across business areas and technical groups to understand needs, identify opportunities for the application of AI technologies and translate AI insights into actionable strategies to increase business return on investments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


Research AI technology and collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and identify areas where AI application can stimulate business growth, help the business on defining and analyzing the business cases, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to implement identified solutions.

Develop, implement, and optimize Generative AI models and algorithms to solve simple and complex business problems, including Data acquisition and preparation, model performance evaluation and optimization, results presentation, monitoring, documenting and maintenance of models.

Provide technical support and guidance to team members on AI-related projects, creating a development framework and standards that will keep evolving with the technology. Work with architecture, security, applications and other technical agents to evaluate new AI tools to adopt into the work environment.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions within the Microsoft suite, including Azure, Power BI, and Office 365, and eventually other suites of products in the measure that vendors will make AI plug-ins available for other applications used by the business.

Prepare monthly reports of progress that will be presented to leadership group to establish evolution of the company AI practice, accomplishments for the different initiatives, challenges and next steps. As the liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, the AI Business Analyst must be able to effectively communicate insights and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Individual may be requested to interact with the AI governance committees.

Ensure data security and compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Stay up-to-date on the latest AI emergences relevant to the business domain

Conduct research and development processes for AI strategies.

COMPETENCIES:


Knowledge of data modeling, visualization techniques and tools and statistical analysis.

Ability to effectively communicate insights and recommendations in a clear and concise manner, across different audiences

QUALIFICATIONS


MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:


Bachelor's degree in an information technology related field with solid background in Data Sciences /Data Analytics, with 3 to 5 years of experience. Skills in programming languages like Python, R, SQL or Java.

Experience with large language Models (LLM), natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision will be a plus.


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Certification in Microsoft Azure, Office 365 or related technologies.

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:


Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.


Ability to analyze large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and insights that inform model development.

Proficiency in designing and implementing algorithms that can generate new data or content based on existing datasets. Experience in assessing the performance of generative models using metrics such as accuracy, precision, and recall.

DECISION MAKING:

Self-motivated; able to work independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and to collaborate with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify high quality solutions


Understands and utilizes decision theory to create strategic and tactical support documents for stakeholders.


Demonstrates solid judgment when analyzing problems and makes difficult choices under uncertain conditions in dynamic environments with many variables.


Makes decisions related to standards and guidelines for AI development to be followed

SCOPE AND IMPACT:

Accountable for recommendations and activities that have a high potential for making a significant financial impact on the company's business process and risk profile. Budgetary decisions will be coordinated with senior management, seeks to create greater business efficiencies which have financial impact against operations and maintenance budgets.


Research and plan training AI related training paths for business partners and technical team members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit up to 2/3 of the time and to stand, walk, and stoop up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision and ability to adjust focus is required. Manual dexterity is required. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:


Office environment. Occasional travel may be required.

NOTE: Employees in Services Company may be responsible for providing services to various Holding Company subsidiaries and affiliates.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT


Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
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