Lead II - Software Engineering - Gen AI Lead

Role description

Job Description – Generative AI Solution Architect

Experience: 10+ Years
Location: Any UST Location
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Generative AI Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale AI and GenAI solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Prompt Engineering, MLOps, and Cloud Platforms, with the ability to translate business challenges into scalable AI solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the GenAI strategy and architecture aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and implement high-impact AI use cases across business functions such as workflow automation, analytics, sustainability, and enterprise operations.
• Design end-to-end AI/ML and Generative AI solutions using enterprise architecture best practices.
• Develop AI applications using OpenAI APIs, LLMs, RAG, Agentic AI frameworks, and vector databases.
• Design scalable AI architectures on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Build AI-powered automation solutions, enterprise knowledge assistants, and intelligent workflows.
• Integrate AI solutions with enterprise applications using REST APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, data engineers, and development teams to define and deliver AI solutions.
• Lead technical design reviews, proof of concepts (PoCs), MVP development, and production deployments.
• Implement MLOps best practices for model deployment, monitoring, governance, and lifecycle management.
• Mentor engineering teams on Generative AI technologies, architecture, and development best practices.
• Drive innovation by developing reusable AI frameworks, accelerators, and automation solutions.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in Solution Architecture or Technical Architecture.
• Strong expertise in Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and AI solution design.
• Hands-on experience with OpenAI APIs, Prompt Engineering, Function Calling, Agents, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
• Experience with Model Evaluation, vector databases, embeddings, and semantic search.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Experience building REST APIs and microservices.
• Experience with MLOps and AI model deployment.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience with data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or similar.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with Dataiku or similar machine learning platforms.
• Knowledge of Agentic AI frameworks and AI automation platforms.
• Experience integrating with enterprise applications such as ServiceNow, Jira, Tableau, or Sigma.
• Familiarity with workflow automation and RPA tools.
• Knowledge of ESG, sustainability reporting, or enterprise analytics.
• Experience with test automation tools such as Playwright or Tosca.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Cloud or AI certifications are an added advantage.

Primary Skills: Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Prompt Engineering, Python, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Vector Databases, Model Evaluation, MLOps, OpenAI, AI Solution Architecture.

Skills

generative ai,model evaluation,vector database,large language model,prompt engineering,python,retrieval augmented generation,mlops

About UST
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.