AI Lead

We are Photon, one of the world's largest Digital Platform Engineering companies providing a combination of Strategy Consulting, Creative Design and Technology Services to a wide range of customers. We work with 40% of the Fortune 100 companies. Please refer the below JD and apply if interested. Job Title: AI Lead Location: New York, NY or Jersey City, NJ (Onsite) Job Type: Full time Role Summary We are looking for a Hands-on AI Lead to drive the development and integration of AI/ML solutions across our financial platforms. In this role, you will act as a "Player-Coach"—leading a team of engineers while actively writing code and building systems. You will bridge the gap between complex AI technology and real-world financial services applications. Key Responsibilities Lead & Execute: Manage a team of engineers to deliver AI-driven features and system integrations from concept to production. Hands-on Development: Write production-grade code, build APIs, and integrate LLMs/AI models into our existing enterprise ecosystem. System Integration: Connect AI solutions with third-party systems, financial APIs, and large-scale data environments. Mentor & Grow: Provide technical guidance and career mentorship to your engineering team. Collaborate: Work with business and product owners to turn project roadmaps into technical reality. Standards: Ensure all solutions are secure, scalable, and meet strict financial industry compliance/quality standards. Technical Requirements Expert Python Skills: Deep experience in Python and modern software engineering practices. AI Implementation: Hands-on experience with Generative AI, LLMs (OpenAI, LangChain, etc.), and traditional ML frameworks. Integration Expertise: Proven ability to integrate AI into complex enterprise systems via APIs and microservices. Data Knowledge: Comfortable working with SQL, NoSQL, and Vector databases. Financial Services: Experience working in banking, fintech, or insurance is highly preferred. Qualifications 10+ years of experience in software engineering/technology development. 2+ years of experience leading or managing engineering teams. A proven track record of shipping AI/ML products (not just research/POCs). Strong communication skills to explain technical AI concepts to business stakeholders. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. #J-18808-Ljbffr Photon