Prodapt · 2 days ago
AI Forward Deployment Strategist (FDE 1)
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelProdapt is the largest specialized player in the Connectedness industry, seeking a highly skilled AI Forward Deployment Engineer to architect, develop, and maintain advanced AI automation infrastructure. This role involves optimizing models, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through process optimization.
Information TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Model Fine-Tuning: Implement PEFT (Parameter-Efficient Fine-Tuning), LoRA, and QLoRA to adapt open-source models (Llama 3, Mistral) to specific client domains
Optimization & Quantization: Perform model quantization to reduce inference costs and latency without sacrificing quality. Manage Dense Vectors and embedding optimizations
State-of-the-Art Exploration: Continuously research and implement the latest advancements (e.g., State Space Models, Long-Context optimizations) into client deliverables
Strategic Consulting: Act as a trusted advisor to C-level client executives, defining the "Art of the Possible" and guiding long-term AI roadmaps
Thought Leadership: Present thought leadership in industry forums
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related experience in the field
Proven experience in particularly in data-related projects
Strong understanding of data management, analytics, and data engineering concepts
Deep Learning: PyTorch/TensorFlow, Transformers architecture internals, Attention mechanisms
Model Ops: Serving custom models (vLLM, TGI), GPU memory management, Quantization techniques (GGUF, AWQ)
Advanced Data: Training data curation, synthetic data generation, RLHF concepts
Tech Leadership: Ability to define the technical culture and set standards for the entire FDE organization
Executive communication and ability to influence C‑level leaders
Thought leadership and industry presence (conferences, playbooks, forums)
Cross‑org leadership and conflict resolution
Ability to define long‑term AI vision and cultural standards
Strategic decision‑making balancing cost, risk, and performance
Company
Prodapt
Prodapt is the largest specialized player in the Connectedness industry.
Founded in 1999
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$75MKey Investors
ServiceNow Ecosystem VenturesAffirma Capital
2024-07-24Series Unknown
2019-09-09Private Equity· $75M
Leadership Team
Manish Vyas
Managing Director & CEO
Ramanathan J
CFO
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