AI Engineer

About This Position

The AI Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of AI principles, algorithms, and techniques, as well as experience in applying AI to real-world problems.

We are seeking dynamic and passionate individuals who are eager to pursue a career in AI engineering. If you can learn and adapt to new technologies quickly, then the below applies to you:

• Design and develop AI solutions leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), including open-source models like Llama, Mistral, and other foundation models.
• Build and deploy LLM-powered applications using frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, and similar orchestration tools.
• Integrate AI solutions with existing systems and applications.
• Develop custom AI pipelines integrating retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), vector databases, and semantic search capabilities.
• Build end-to-end MLOps pipelines for model deployment, monitoring, and maintenance
• Monitor and maintain AI solutions to ensure optimal performance.
• Implement prompt engineering strategies and develop effective prompting frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, provide technical expertise, and deliver AI solutions.
• Stay current with rapidly evolving AI technologies, research papers, and industry best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI development and implementation.

Must have:

• Strong understanding of AI principles, algorithms, and techniques.
• Strong proficiency in Python and modern Python development practices.
• Familiarity with various LLM architectures (Transformer-based models, Llama family, GPT variants).
• Understanding of vector databases and embedding models.
• Strong proficiency in problem-solving and the ability to optimize for performance and cost.

Good to Have:

• Proficiency in cloud computing platforms:  Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for AI/ML-related services.
• Familiarity with big data technologies:  Knowledge of big data tools like Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka. 
• Excellent communication skills:  The ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Things to consider

• This is a full-time position.
• We're a global team working in different countries. Language Proficiency in English is required.
• The position is going to be Hybrid.
• You will get the opportunity to work with the smartest team and some of the largest and highest-traffic applications and software services.

Our Pillars

• We never compromise with ethics.
• We like working hard, but we also want to have fun while doing so. If you're not having fun, we reassess our approach to the solution through continuous communication and improvement plans.
• Everyone has unique talents, skills, and experiences. We work with people we can learn from and also contribute to.

About Portonics

• Founded in 2010, currently 100+ people.
• Offices in Bangkok, Bangladesh, and the US.
• Pioneering Financial Inclusion with Payment Gateway and other services.
• We manage products that have over 40M+ users.
• We embrace cultural diversity and an open and inclusive work environment. Our teams are from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

 Additional Information

• Communication is extremely important; our team members work across every team in the organization. Candidates need to be able to communicate not only with technical members but also with management, non-tech team members & external parties.
• Someone who will take ownership of a task from initial conception through delivery, while also assisting others when the need arises.
• Ability to learn and teach new technologies and skills as new technology is introduced.
• Sound mature judgment and decision-making ability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• We are looking for honest, dedicated, and responsible individuals.