DPR Construction · 7 hours ago
Principal AI Engineer
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects. They are seeking a Principal AI Engineer to lead the design and development of AI-based tools and systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align business needs with data architecture.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design of AI/ML infrastructure, platforms, and services, ensuring they are reliable, performant, and scalable
Own the entire lifecycle of AI projects, including prompt engineering, workflow design, model deployment, and A/B testing
Mentor and guide teams, hold a high technical bar for solutions, and partner with other senior engineers to align technical solutions with business needs
Write code in languages like Python, build APIs and microservices, and integrate AI/ML models into existing systems
Stay current with rapidly evolving AI technologies, such as LLMs and agentic AI patterns
Work with cross-functional teams, including product managers, Business users, and security teams, to deliver AI-powered products
Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges
Assist in the development and execute comprehensive plans to integrate AI technologies into business processes, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and boosting employee productivity
Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of AI solutions by implementing best practices for AI model development, deployment, and maintenance
Qualification
Required
At least 3 years of experience with Software Development, Machine Learning
At least 2 years of experience Generative AI, specifically with Large Language Models (LLM)
Excellent knowledge of machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks (e.g. Tensorflow, Pytorch), and statistical methods
Experience with generative AI concepts such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agentic workflows, training LLMs with structured and unstructured data sets
Experience with Data Connectors and API gateways that support seamless communication between systems
Deep subject matter expertise in AI technologies, including but not limited to Copilot Studio, OpenAI, Semantic Kernels, Azure AI Foundry, Google Gemini, Microsoft 365, and M365 Copilot or Anthropic or AWS platforms
Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps tools
Strong programming skills in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks
Proficiency in vector databases and embedding models for retrieval tasks
Possess strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities
Preferred
Understanding of Knowledge Graph is a plus
Company
DPR Construction
DPR Construction is a national commercial building contractor and construction manager.
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