Lead LLM Developer

About Us Hudson&Hayes was born to help you achieve harmony between human and digital workers. By combining intelligent automation, generative AI, large language models, artificial intelligence, and process design, we help you save time and money and uplift the customer and employee experience. The way we work is different. We are collaborative and personable. Our 50+ onshore and offshore transformation, operational excellence, and automation consulting partners and delivery partners are fueled by a passion for business improvement and automation. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and diverse backgrounds. Put simply, it's about exceptional people working hand in hand with your team to manifest tangible change. Position Overview: As a Lead Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing language model solutions, with a specific focus on building new products and proof-of-concept applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, bringing innovative ideas to life and staying at the forefront of advancements in natural language processing. Responsibilities: • New Product Development: • Lead the ideation, design, and development of new language model-powered products. • Work closely with product management to understand market needs and translate them into viable technical solutions. • Prototype and iterate on new product concepts, demonstrating a strong sense of creativity and innovation. • Proof-of-Concept (POC) Development: • Drive the creation of proof-of-concept applications to showcase the feasibility and potential of language model solutions. • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and validate use cases for POCs. • Iterate on POCs based on feedback, demonstrating the capabilities and value of language models. • Custom Solution Development: • Collaborate with clients to understand their unique requirements and design custom language model solutions. • Implement robust and scalable chatbots and language understanding applications using OpenAI and other relevant technologies. • Ensure the successful delivery of solutions that meet or exceed client expectations. • Technical Leadership and Mentorship: • Provide technical leadership to the development team, guiding them in best practices and innovative approaches. • Mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and exploration. Qualifications: • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on language model solutions. • Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++. • Extensive experience with OpenAI and other relevant natural language processing libraries/frameworks. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Proven experience in delivering high-quality solutions on time and within scope. Experience and Expertise • Deep Understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP): • Proven expertise in designing and implementing solutions leveraging NLP techniques for language understanding and generation. • Proficiency in AI/ML Frameworks: • Solid experience with popular AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or other relevant tools for building and training models. • Model Fine-tuning and Optimization: • Demonstrated ability to fine-tune pre-trained language models for specific tasks and optimise their performance in real-world applications. • Stay Current with AI Trends: • Stay abreast of the latest developments in AI and NLP research, and actively apply emerging trends and technologies to enhance product offerings. • Experience in Integration • Integration with External APIs • Scalable System Integration • End-to-End Solution Integration Preferred Skills: • Experience with additional AI/ML frameworks and tools. • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). • Knowledge of best practices in software development, including version control, testing, and documentation. • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Why Join Hudson & Hayes • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects at the intersection of AI and language processing. • Collaborative and innovative work environment. • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Professional development opportunities and a commitment to continuous learning. • Remote working opportunities Contract Rolling 12-month fixed-term contract If you are passionate about building new products and pushing the boundaries of language models, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of AI-powered language applications! •