Gen AI Python Developer - Assistant Vice President

Citi • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Gen AI / Python Developer to join our innovative and dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on developer with a strong background in Python programming and extensive experience with Generative AI technologies. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge AI-powered solutions, working with various Gen AI APIs, and building robust backend services.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional software development experience with a strong focus on Python.
• Proven hands-on experience with Generative AI concepts and technologies.
• Demonstrable experience working with GenAI-related APIs, such as OpenAI, Gemini, etc.
• Solid understanding and practical experience in implementing Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems.
• Expertise in at least one modern Python web framework: FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices, including version control (Git), testing, and CI/CD.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and efficient Python code for Generative AI applications.
• Integrate and leverage various GenAI-related APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Gemini) to build innovative features and products.
• Implement and optimize Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems to enhance AI model capabilities and provide contextually relevant responses.
• Develop and deploy robust backend services using Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and other engineers, to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, contributing to a culture of high-quality code and best practices.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
• Work with cloud container orchestration services like OpenShift ECS for deploying and managing applications.
• Familiarity with Lightspeed (referring to a specific internal tool or technology - clarify if this is a known external tool) is a plus.

What This Job Offers

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