Senior AI/NLP Engineer

Summary

Join SOULCHI, a values-driven startup, as a Senior NLP Engineer and contribute to building a language model-based solution for an innovative application. This remote, flexible part-time to full-time position offers equity-based compensation. You will fine-tune large language models, implement API integrations, optimize model training processes, manage cloud infrastructure, and collaborate with stakeholders. The role requires strong experience with machine learning models and LLMs, proficiency with cloud platforms (especially GCP), and excellent communication skills. Equity compensation is based on the Slicing Pie model, transitioning to salary and benefits after break-even. Flexible hours are available, ranging from 15 to 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Strong experience with machine learning models and fine-tuning large language models (LLMs)
• Proficiency with cloud platforms, particularly Google Cloud (Vertex AI, cloud compute, storage)
• Knowledge of AI/ML tools and frameworks, especially in natural language processing (NLP)
• Familiarity with API integrations and cloud resource management
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical team collaboration

Responsibilities

• Fine-tune and optimize large language models to improve user interactions
• Implement and maintain API integrations for seamless communication with the model
• Optimize model training processes to reduce time and cost
• Manage and monitor cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud Platform) for compute and storage needs
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine user experience and system performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Past experience building personalized AI systems would be helpful
• Familiarity with cost optimization strategies for cloud-based AI services is a plus

Benefits

• Equity-Based Compensation Opportunity
• Flexible working hours (15 to 40 hours per week)