Associate Software Engineer (Generative AI)

About Egen: 

Egen is a fast-growing and entrepreneurial company with a data-first mindset. We bring together the best engineering talent working with the most advanced technology platforms, including Google Cloud and Salesforce, to help clients drive action and impact through data and insights. We are committed to being a place where the best people choose to work so they can apply their engineering and technology expertise to envision what is next for how data and platforms can change the world for the better. We are dedicated to learning, thrive on solving tough problems, and continually innovate to achieve fast, effective results. If this describes you, we want you on our team.

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About the opportunity: 

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Associate Software Engineer to join our Generative AI team. In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers to develop cutting-edge applications using Large Language Models (LLMs) for summarization, classification, and question-answering. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate to gain hands-on experience with AI technologies, cloud computing, and software development best practices.  

Are you a passionate and driven recent graduate eager to work with the latest in AI? We're looking for an Associate Software Engineer to join our growing Generative AI team. In this role, you'll play a key part in developing innovative applications leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) for tasks like summarization, classification, and question-answering. You'll work closely with experienced engineers, gaining invaluable hands-on experience with AI technologies, cloud computing (specifically Google Cloud), and modern software development practices. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to real-world AI projects and accelerate your career. 

• Collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and deploy AI-powered applications on Google Cloud.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in Python. 
• Assist in building, testing, and optimizing machine learning models for various AI applications. Support the building, testing, and optimization of machine learning models.
• Participate in code reviews and learn from feedback to improve your coding skills. 
• Continuously learn and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and software development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. 
• Troubleshoot and debug software to ensure quality.

• Required Technical Skills/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
•  Proficiency in Python or another programming language such as Java or C++.
• Solid understanding of software development best practices (Git, debugging, etc.)
• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, OOP).
• A passion for learning new technologies and applying them effectively.
•  Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Nice-to-Have Technical Skills/Experience:
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure).
• Knowledge of machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow or PyTorch).
• Exposure to web development frameworks and API design.
•  Projects related to AI or data science (academic or personal).

Compensation:

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and skills. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities

EEO and Accommodations:

Egen is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Egen will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Egen welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.