EPAM Systems

Senior AI Engineer

EPAM Systems • $135K — $160K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in AI, Machine Learning, or LLM-based solutions as a Senior Software Engineer
  • Strong proficiency in Python, especially with web frameworks like FastAPI
  • Solid understanding of NLP concepts such as tokenization and text classification
  • Hands-on experience with AI patterns, specifically RAG and AI Agents
  • Familiarity with major LLM APIs and framework tools
  • Experience in deploying AI applications at scale, with a focus on cloud cost management

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement scalable AI applications including chatbots and autonomous agents
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify challenges and propose LLM-driven solutions
  • Create data pipelines and design prompt strategies for AI model testing
  • Establish coding standards and mentor junior developers in AI best practices
  • Run experiments and build prototypes to evaluate AI models
  • Stay updated with the latest AI research and tools

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI applications
  • Collaborative work environment with direct business impact
  • Mentorship and growth opportunities within the team
  • Access to the latest AI research and technology
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
Full Job Description
Senior AI Engineer Responsibilities Architect and implement scalable AI applications, including chatbots, search platforms, and autonomous agent workflows Collaborate directly with business stakeholders to understand their challenges and recommend smart, LLM-driven solutions Create data pipelines, design smart prompt strategies, and build testing frameworks to ensure our AI models are safe, accurate, and cost-effective Establish coding standards, perform code reviews, and mentor junior developers in AI best practices Run quick experiments, build prototypes to test new models, and stay current with emerging AI research and tools Requirements 3+ years of experience as a Senior Software Engineer delivering production-grade AI, Machine Learning, or LLM-based solutions Strong proficiency in Python (especially web frameworks like FastAPI) and a solid grasp of NLP concepts (semantic similarity, tokenization, text classification) Hands-on experience with modern AI patterns, particularly RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) and AI Agents Familiarity with major LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Bedrock) and framework tools (like LangGraph or LlamaIndex) Experience deploying AI applications at scale, managing cloud costs, and evaluating model quality (using retrieval metrics or LLM-based evaluation) Ability to quickly spin up user interfaces using Streamlit, Gradio, or similar tools Ability to explain complex technical ideas clearly to both developer teams and non-technical clients Strong English communication skills (B2 level or higher) Nice to have Development experience with TypeScript Experience incorporating AI into the SDLC (using tools like GitHub Copilot or Cursor to write, test, and review code) Cloud expertise with AWS or Azure (specifically Azure OpenAI or AWS Bedrock) Experience using Databricks (MLflow, Agent Bricks, etc.) for data or model workflows Knowledge of advanced search/retrieval systems (vector databases, semantic search, rerankers) Familiarity with emerging open-source protocols (like Model Context Protocol - MCP) or LLM monitoring tools (like LangSmith or Arize Phoenix)

About EPAM Systems

EPAM Systems, Inc. is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. The company has a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, and serves clients in a variety of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail. EPAM's services include software engineering, product development, and digital platform engineering, and the company has a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions that help its clients achieve their business goals. EPAM has been recognized as a leader in the digital services industry by a number of independent research firms, and the company has won numerous awards for its work.
Learn more about EPAM Systems
Size
58,824 employees
Market Cap
$18.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$327.1 million
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+26.5%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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