Lead multiple engineering teams to drive AI-first development, building AI agents, LLM/GenAI solutions. Manage Azure infrastructure, .NET, Python, and React development, GitHub repos and Actions pipelines. Mentor teams, set coding standards, champion AI-assisted tools, collaborate with program leaders, and foster innovation and continuous improvement.
Engineering Lead – AI & GenAI
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to manage multiple software engineering teams and drive AI-first development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills combined with hands-on expertise in AI Agents, LLMs, Generative AI, Azure, .NET, Python, and React.
Primary Skills
- Strong software engineering background with hands-on experience in AI technologies.
- Demonstrated expertise in implementing AI-first approaches, including creating AI agents and harnesses.
- Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLM) and Generative AI (GenAI).
- Proficiency in Microsoft technology stack, including Azure cloud services and .NET framework.
- Strong programming skills in Python and React.
- Experience with DevOps practices, including GitHub repositories and GitHub Actions pipelines.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot and Factory AI.\
- Lead and mentor multiple engineering teams.
- Drive AI adoption across the SDLC, including AI agents, harnesses, and GenAI solutions.
- Collaborate with program and portfolio leaders to deliver strategic objectives.
- Establish coding standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure engineering excellence.
- Manage Azure infrastructure, GitHub repositories, and GitHub Actions pipelines.
- Champion AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot and Factory AI.
- Foster innovation through AI showcases and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Skills:
- 7+ years of engineering leadership experience.
- Hands-on experience with AI Agents, LLMs, GenAI, and AI-first development.
- Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure, .NET, Python, and React.
- Experience with GitHub, GitHub Actions, and DevOps practices.
- Familiarity with GitHub Copilot and Factory AI.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
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