Sr. Lead Ai Engineer (ai Foundations)

Capital One

McLean, VA, United States
Base: $229,900 - $286,200 annually by location; bo...
Python go scala java programming
Foundation model training and llm inference
Vectordbs and similarity search implementation
The role involves partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered products that transform how associates work and customers interact with Capital One

Job Summary

  • The role involves partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered products that transform how associates work and customers interact with Capital One.
  • Candidates will design and deploy proprietary solutions using state-of-the-art technologies like PyTorch, Huggingface, and Nemo Guardrails to ensure scalability and cost efficiency.
  • Capital One offers competitive salaries ranging from $229,900 to $286,200 depending on location, along with performance-based incentives and comprehensive health benefits.

Matching Summary

The role involves partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered products that transform how associates work and customers interact with Capital One.

Salary

Base: $229,900 - $286,200 annually by location; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for performance based incentive compensation; Benefits: Comprehensive health, financial, and inclusive well-being support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python Go Scala Java programming
  • Foundation model training and LLM inference
  • VectorDBs and similarity search implementation
  • AWS Ultraclusters and cloud deployment
  • Model evaluation governance and observability

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for responsible and reliable AI systems
  • Ability to intuitively understand scientific publications
  • Experience mentoring engineering teams
  • Courage to share unproven new ideas
  • Strong communication of complex AI concepts

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 6 years experience or Master's plus 4 years
  • 6+ years experience in Python, Go, Scala, or Java
  • 7+ years deploying scalable AI solutions on cloud platforms
  • Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams
  • Demonstrated ability to optimize training and inference software

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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