Generative AI Engineer

About the position

Zest AI is seeking an AI Engineer (Gen AI) who is passionate about building enterprise-level SaaS products that integrate with cutting-edge AI technologies. The role involves contributing to LuLu, Zest AI's GenAI SaaS product designed for lending, and working within the GenAI team to develop industry-leading AI applications. Responsibilities include developing advanced GenAI features, leading research initiatives in Generative AI, writing and deploying production code in Python, and collaborating with a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality products.

Responsibilities

• Become a key contributor to LuLu - Zest AI's GenAI SaaS product built for lending.
• Work within our GenAI team and build industry leading AI applications. Develop advanced GenAI features including data analytics and intelligent search.
• Lead Generative AI research initiatives to help us get on top of latest breakthroughs. Design and execute scientific experiments and evaluate results to help improve performance.
• Write and deploy production code in Python that supports client facing applications.
• Work closely with a cross-functional team of Data Scientists, Analysts, Software Engineers, Product managers to deliver high-quality products.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Master's degree in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, etc.) preferred
• Strong experience with modular/modern OOP software design using Python.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with using Pandas, Numpy, etc.
• Familiarity with source version control software, e.g., Git.
• Strong statistical and analytical knowledge to tackle complex and often under constrained data-driven problems
• Knowledge and experience with GenAI applications (agentic framework, RAG, prompt engineering, etc.) is a strong plus but not required
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Established computer science fundamentals in data structures and algorithms
• Passionate about GenAI and how it can improve the world.

Benefits

• The opportunity to join a mission-focused company
• People - the best part of Zest
• Robust medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Annual bonus plan participation
• 401(k) with generous match
• Employee Awards and Recognition
• 11 company holidays
• Winter break (office closed between Christmas and New Year's Day)
• Unlimited vacation time
• Employee Resource Groups
• Generous family leave policy (12 week maternity leave / 6 week paternity leave)
• Phone, internet, wellness, and professional development allowances
• Employee gatherings, including Town Hall meetings
• Beautiful, modern, dog-friendly office with lounge areas, video games, and gigantic jigsaw puzzles
• Daily catered lunches from LA's best restaurants and a fully stocked kitchen
• Complimentary manicures, pedicures, and mindfulness sessions
• Company happy hours, social events, outings, and much more!