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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Rapid Prototyping Lead with full-stack development expertise to spearhead the development of innovative AI solutions within our Data & AI practice. In this role, you will leverage your technical expertise and leadership abilities to guide a team of talented engineers in the rapid prototyping and iteration of cutting-edge AI models and applications. Your ability to translate complex business requirements into functional, end-to-end prototypes will be crucial in showcasing the value of AI to our clients and driving our practice forward. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at managing lean, high-performing teams to deliver exceptional results quickly and efficiently.
Responsibilities & Demonstrated Capabilities:
- Lead and mentor: Guide a team of engineers in the design, development, and testing of AI prototypes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within a fast-paced environment.
- Rapid prototyping: Utilize agile methodologies to quickly translate concepts and ideas into functional prototypes, with a focus on delivering tangible results in short iterations.
- Full-stack development: Possess a strong command of both front-end and back-end technologies to build complete and functional prototypes that showcase the user experience and technical capabilities of AI solutions.
- Technical expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, including deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and data engineering.
- Technology selection: Evaluate and select the most appropriate tools and technologies for prototyping, considering factors such as performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, business analysts, and software engineers, to gather requirements, integrate prototypes, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Communication: Effectively communicate technical concepts and progress updates to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Stay ahead of the curve: Continuously research and experiment with emerging AI technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation.
- Lean team management: Build and manage small, high-performing teams optimized for rapid development and efficient execution. Motivate and empower team members to deliver exceptional results under tight deadlines.
Here’s What You Need:
- Proven experience: 7+ years of hands-on experience in building and deploying AI/ML models, with a focus on rapid prototyping and iterative development.
- Full-stack proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React, Angular) and back-end technologies (e.g., Python, Node.js, databases).
- Technical proficiency: Strong programming skills in Python and experience with relevant AI/ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
- Cloud computing: Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI/ML services.
- Agile development: Experience working in an agile environment and applying agile principles to prototyping.
- Leadership skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment, especially in a fast-paced setting.
- Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Problem-solving: A creative problem-solver with a passion for innovation and a drive to deliver high-quality results.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
Bonus Points If:
- Master’s degree
- Experience with MLOps practices and tools.
- Contributions to open-source AI projects.
- Experience with data visualization and storytelling.
The Extras:
- US Citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
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$160,700—$306,500 USD
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