Position: Gen AI/Prompt Engineer

Location: Coimbatore or Bangalore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 2-5 Years

Job Overview

We are seeking a talented and innovative Gen AI/Prompt Engineer to join our dynamic software product development team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in AI technologies, particularly in generative AI models and prompt engineering. This role involves developing and optimizing AI-driven solutions, enhancing user experiences, and contributing to our cutting-edge software products.

Key Responsibilities

• AI Model Development: Design, develop, and optimize generative AI models to enhance product capabilities.
• Prompt Engineering: Create and refine prompts to improve AI model performance and user interactions.
• Integration: Collaborate with software engineers to integrate AI solutions into our product offerings.
• Experimentation: Conduct experiments to test and validate AI models and prompt engineering approaches.
• Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize AI models for performance, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Research: Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI technologies and apply them to improve our products.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of AI models, prompt engineering techniques, and experimental results.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and developers, to understand and address user needs.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in AI/ML development, with a focus on generative AI and prompt engineering.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, experience with AI frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and familiarity with NLP and deep learning techniques.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize AI models.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Innovation: Creative mindset with a passion for innovation and a drive to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Experience: Experience working on AI-driven software products in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Domain Knowledge: Understanding of industry-specific AI applications, particularly in domains like food delivery, e-commerce, or similar.
• Publications: Contributions to research papers or publications in the field of AI/ML.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in AI/ML from recognized institutions.

Comparison with Similar Roles at Big Startups in India

Swiggy:

• Role: AI/ML Engineer
• Responsibilities: Focus on developing machine learning models for demand prediction, route optimization, and personalization.
• Skills: Strong emphasis on data analysis, predictive modeling, and optimization algorithms.
• Environment: Fast-paced, data-driven, and heavily focused on improving delivery logistics and user experience.

Zomato:

• Role: Data Scientist – AI/ML
• Responsibilities: Work on recommendation systems, customer segmentation, and fraud detection.
• Skills: Proficiency in data mining, statistical analysis, and machine learning techniques.
• Environment: Collaborative, research-oriented, and focused on enhancing user engagement and operational efficiency.

Other Big Startups (e.g., Flipkart, Ola):

• Role: Machine Learning Engineer
• Responsibilities: Develop AI models for various applications such as personalized recommendations, predictive analytics, and automation.
• Skills: Strong background in AI/ML, with experience in large-scale data processing and model deployment.
• Environment: Innovative, technology-driven, and focused on scaling AI solutions to meet business needs.