Generative AI Engineer and Researcher - VP - NEW YORK

Citigroup • New York, NY

251d • $142,320 - $213,480

About The Position

The Citi Innovation Lab is a leader in creating new ideas, innovative technology solutions, and ground-breaking innovations for Citi's global banking business. We're part of a global network of innovation centers, and our mission is to create competitive advantage for our clients by providing innovative technological solutions. Working closely with our clients and business partners to progress solutions from ideation to production by leveraging the entrepreneurial spirit and technological excellence fostered in the Innovation Labs. Our Labs Network spans across cities like New York, Dublin, London, Tel Aviv, Singapore, and Shanghai. Our focus is on delivering cutting-edge products that use the latest technologies, even in highly complex setups, all while maintaining the highest delivery standards. Our Innovation Labs team works on research and implementation across various advanced domains, including AI, machine learning, NLP, analytics, blockchain, and more.

Requirements

• Ph.D., MSc, or equivalent experience in a relevant field (Computer Science, Machine Learning, etc.)
• Very strong experience in Machine Learning, delivering complex solutions to production
• Proven hands-on experience in data science and Natural Language Processing (NLP), Natural Language Understanding (NLU) and Natural Language Generation (NLG)
• Strong proven delivery track record
• In-depth knowledge of deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and other open sources libraries / APIs or similar
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

• Publications and contributions to the AI research community are a plus
• Experience in high tech or financial industry is beneficial but not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise scale cutting-edge models for NLP and document classification
• Implement and Optimize vector-based retrieval systems for RAG by covering embedding models, ANN indexing, hybrid search, and re-ranking
• Implement autonomous AI agents to implement adaptive, error-resistant data extraction, and content validation tasks
• Stay actively engaged in monitoring ongoing research efforts, keeping abreast of emerging trends
• Ensure AI models are successfully deployed into production environments, meeting high-quality standards and performance benchmarks
• Execute the strategy for generative AI research and development, aligning it with the bank's overarching goals and objectives
• Lead and participate in research activities to explore and advance state-of-the-art generative AI techniques, including GANs, VAEs, and other relevant technologies
• Collaborate effectively with various teams, including product managers, engineers, and data scientists, to integrate AI technologies into products and services
• Ensure the quality and performance of generative AI models, conducting rigorous testing and evaluation
• Work closely with business stakeholders across the bank to drive the adoption of generative AI and Large Language Models
• Ensure that AI initiatives meet regulatory requirements while pushing the boundaries of technology innovation

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Life, accident, and disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree