EPAM Systems
Senior/Lead AI Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Lead
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Ai engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 5+ years in AI/ML engineering with production-grade delivery experience
- Strong Proficiency in at least one modern programming language and web frameworks (Python, Java, Scala)
- Hands-on experience with major LLM platforms, agentic frameworks, and advanced integration patterns (RAG, agent orchestration, tool calling)
- Experience with vector databases, semantic/hybrid search, and retrieval/ranking systems
- Knowledge of MLOps/AIOps practices, monitoring, and security (including prompt injection prevention)
- Strong communication skills — able to translate complex AI concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to work independently, lead technical initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Full description
We are looking for a Senior/Lead AI Engineer to design, build, and scale end-to-end AI applications — including chatbots, agent workflows, and LLM-driven solutions. You will work directly with clients, drive technical decisions, and deliver production-grade AI systems that create real business impact.
Responsibilities
- Design and deploy AI/LLM applications at scale (RAG, agentic systems, Q&A platforms)
- Architect solutions using agentic frameworks, integrating with vector databases and advanced memory architectures
- Build APIs, data pipelines, and enterprise integrations (CRM, ERP, cloud platforms)
- Evaluate and refine AI performance using LLM-based evaluation, agent metrics, and A/B testing
- Ensure performance, security, observability, and cost-efficiency across deployed solutions
- Conduct research, rapid prototyping, and experimentation to validate feasibility and business value
- Stay current with emerging AI protocols (MCP, A2A, ACP) and evolving LLM technologies
Requirements
- 5+ years in AI/ML engineering with production-grade delivery experience
- Strong Proficiency in at least one modern programming language and web frameworks (Python, Java, Scala)
- Hands-on experience with major LLM platforms, agentic frameworks, and advanced integration patterns (RAG, agent orchestration, tool calling)
- Experience with vector databases, semantic/hybrid search, and retrieval/ranking systems
- Knowledge of MLOps/AIOps practices, monitoring, and security (including prompt injection prevention)
- Strong communication skills — able to translate complex AI concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to work independently, lead technical initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Benefits
- Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
- Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
- Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
- Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone.
- Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us