AI Engineer

Prospect Capital • New York, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an AI Engineer to drive innovation and automation across Prospect’s operations and our portfolio of 120+ companies. You will design and deploy advanced AI and machine learning solutions to streamline processes throughout the firm, from back-office operations and investment committee workflows to other internal functions. You’ll join a lean, fast-moving team within our larger organization, providing you with agility, resources, and significant opportunities for impact. This position will be based in-person in New York and involves close collaboration with teams across the firm—investment, operations, finance, and beyond—to develop AI-driven tools and solutions that enhance efficiency and decision-making.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional development experience.
• Strong Python, SQL, Docker, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, and data manipulation skills are essential.
• Proven ability to build end-to-end solutions, automating complex processes and integrating with various APIs and systems.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD.
• Exceptional communication skills, enabling you to translate technical concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn is a plus.
• Experience building projects using AI models is a plus.
• Experience in an investment firm, structured finance, or private equity is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Comfort with RESTful API design and front-end frameworks is preferred, enabling seamless product deployment and integration.
• Experience with Azure/AWS.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI-driven automations for quarter-end processes, data collection, and various investment sub-processes, reducing manual work and driving operational excellence.
• Design and improve internal AI models to support valuations, risk assessments, and operational decision-making across our extensive portfolio.
• Work directly with the C-Suite of Prospect’s 16 wholly owned portfolio companies to use automation to improve profitability at these firms.
• Partner with investment, back-office, and other internal teams to identify and solve complex challenges using AI and data science methods.
• Provide actionable insights derived from large data sets—informing fundraising, marketing, and strategic initiatives across the firm’s multiple verticals.
• Ensure seamless implementation of newly built tools and systems within existing infrastructure, providing training and support to stakeholders.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and AD&D.
• Pretax benefit accounts, including FSA, HSA, and Commuter accounts.
• Mentorship program
• Daily in-office paid breakfast and lunch
• Company-sponsored ski and sailing trips
• Regular happy hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed