AI Solution Lead-Generative AI & Large Language Models

Orion Innovation is a premier, award-winning, global business and technology services firm. Orion delivers game-changing business transformation and product development rooted in digital strategy, experience design, and engineering, with a unique combination of agility, scale, and maturity. We work with a wide range of clients across many industries including financial services, professional services, telecommunications and media, consumer products, automotive, industrial automation, professional sports and entertainment, life sciences, ecommerce, and education.Summary:The AI Solution Lead will work closely with engineering teams and client stakeholders to translate cutting-edge AI capabilities into reliable production systems, while ensuring governance, transparency, and responsible AI practices.The ideal candidate combines technical depth, research awareness, and strong communication skills, enabling them to represent our company confidently in front of senior client stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesAI Solution & DesignDesign and deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions leveraging Generative AI and Large Language Models.Define designs for LLM-based systems, agentic workflows, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and AI copilots.Evaluate and select appropriate models, frameworks, and infrastructure for production AI systems.Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of deployed AI solutions.Machine Learning & Model ExpertiseProvide deep technical expertise in:Large Language Models (LLMs)Transformer architecturesGenerative AI techniquesModel evaluation and benchmarkingDesign approaches for fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and model adaptation.Guide teams on best practices in ML pipelines, experimentation, and model lifecycle management.Production Deployment & MLOpsLead deployment of machine learning and GenAI systems into production environments.Architect and implement MLOps pipelines, model monitoring, and continuous improvement processes.Ensure AI systems are secure, scalable, and operationally maintainable.AI Governance & Responsible AIImplement frameworks for:AI governanceModel explainabilityTransparencyRisk managementEnsure compliance with enterprise AI governance standards and regulatory expectations.Define policies for model validation, bias mitigation, and responsible deployment.Client Engagement & Technical LeadershipAct as a trusted technical advisor to client stakeholders.Clearly communicate complex AI concepts to executives, architects, and engineering teams.Represent the company with credibility in technical and strategic discussions around AI adoption.Work closely with client teams to translate business problems into AI-driven solutions.Research & InnovationStay current with emerging developments in:Generative AILarge language modelsAI agents and agentic architecturesAI infrastructure and toolingEvaluate new research and technologies to determine their practical applicability in enterprise environments.Help shape the organization’s AI strategy and technical direction.Required QualificationsMaster’s degree in Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related field.Strong expertise in machine learning fundamentals and modern generative AI technologies.Proven experience designing and deploying AI/ML systems in production environments.Deep knowledge of:Large Language ModelsGenerative AI architecturesML pipelines and model lifecycle managementExperience working with AI frameworks and ecosystems used for building GenAI applications.Experience implementing AI governance, explainability, and responsible AI practices.Strong understanding of enterprise software architecture and distributed systems.Preferred QualificationsExperience with agentic AI systems and orchestration frameworks.Experience building RAG-based AI systems.Familiarity with AI platform engineering and scalable AI infrastructure.Contributions to AI research, open-source projects, or technical publications.Experience working with enterprise clients in regulated industries.Key SkillsTechnical SkillsMachine Learning & Data ScienceLarge Language Models (LLMs)Generative AI systemsAI agents and agentic frameworkMLOps and model lifecycle managementAI governance and explainabilityProfessional SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesExcellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to simplify complex AI concepts for diverse audiencesCollaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within teamsClient-facing professionalism and credibilityWork EnvironmentFull-time in-office role with collaboration across engineering and client teams.Weekly client visits for workshops and solution design sessions.High collaboration with data scientists, engineers, architects, and business stakeholders.What Success Looks Like in This RoleSuccessfully designed and deliver production-grade AI systems.Become a trusted AI advisor to both internal teams and client stakeholders.Ensure responsible and governed adoption of AI technologies.Help organizations translate GenAI innovation into real operational value.Orion is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender 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