Principal AI Engineer (Option for remote)

Deep Abacus - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Principal

Remote - Las Vegas, NV

About the position

The Principal AI Engineer will play a crucial role in a Series A startup focused on enhancing financial decision-making for small businesses through advanced machine learning and generative AI technologies. This position involves designing and implementing Knowledge Representation and Reasoning (KRR) systems, providing technical leadership, and driving the development of core components within the AI platform. The role offers flexible remote and hybrid work options, competitive salary, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and deploy KRR systems for applications such as chat and dialogue-based interfaces, automatic code generation, document understanding, and question answering.
• Develop systems that enable non-expert users to encode accounting knowledge.
• Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and guide them through complex challenges.
• Drive the development and implementation of core KRR components within the AI platform.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in developing and applying KRR to business applications, with a proven track record of delivering AI-driven products.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with Deep Learning, along with proficiency in tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or equivalent.
• A PhD in Knowledge Representation and Reasoning or relevant equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in building KRR infrastructure at scale, with expertise in techniques like Datalog and Answer Set Programming.
• A solid background in Natural Language Processing, and familiarity with integrating reasoning and machine learning.
• Experience using Large Language Models (LLMs) in the context of KRR systems.
• Experience with coding in Julia and Python, as well as familiarity with Docker and AWS.

Benefits

• Flexible remote and hybrid work options
• Competitive salary and equity
• Generous time-off for rest and recharge
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans