Gen AI/ML Engineer - Entry Level
This entry-level Gen AI/ML Engineer role involves developing, integrating, and deploying machine learning and generative AI solutions using modern AI technologies and cloud platforms. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to build LLM-based applications, perform data processing, and maintain software development best practices in a technology-focused environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role overview
This entry-level role is an opportunity to join a technology team building, integrating, testing, and deploying machine learning and generative AI solutions. You will work with LLMs, data pipelines, and cloud platforms to help deliver production-ready AI features.
What You’ll Do
- Develop, train, evaluate, and optimize machine learning and deep learning models for business use cases.
- Build and integrate Generative AI and LLM-based applications.
- Implement data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation pipelines.
- Develop AI applications using LangChain, embeddings, RAG patterns, and vector databases.
- Integrate REST APIs and third-party services; design API-based workflows.
- Create and refine prompt-engineering strategies and evaluate LLM outputs.
- Assist with deploying models and applications to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Collaborate with software engineers, data engineers, and product teams; participate in code reviews and testing.
- Troubleshoot model, data, and integration issues; maintain technical documentation and follow software development best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Understanding of machine learning and deep learning fundamentals.
- Familiarity with Generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering.
- Knowledge of SQL and data processing workflows.
- Familiarity with NLP and transformer-based model concepts.
- Experience with REST APIs and API integration.
- Familiarity with Git/GitHub and modern software development workflows.
- Basic familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with LangChain, LangGraph, Hugging Face, or OpenAI APIs.
- Familiarity with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) techniques.
- Experience with vector databases (Pinecone, FAISS, Chroma, or similar).
- Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
- Familiarity with Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
- Exposure to AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, or Google Vertex AI.
- Understanding of MLOps and production model deployment practices.
Experience
- Entry-level — 0–2 years of experience in AI/ML, software engineering, or data science.
- Academic projects, internships, bootcamp projects, or personal AI/ML projects are welcome.
Employment & Compensation
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Estimated pay (source): $114,368 per year (estimated).
Work Environment & Benefits
- Collaborative, technology-focused team environment.
- Hands-on experience with Generative AI, LLMs, vector search, and cloud ML tooling.
- Opportunities for learning and growth on production AI projects.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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