Senior Azure + GenAI Architect

Role: Senior Azure + GenAI ArchitectLocation: Los Angles or NYCDuration: 12+ MonthsStrong hands-on experience with Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Python, and cloud-native engineering on AzureSenior-level, hands-on engineering experience required; entry-level or mid-level candidates are not suitableProven ability to develop secure APIs, backend services, and integrate AI models with enterprise dataDeep engineering experience with Python and .NET Core; Node.js experience is a plusStrong DevOps proficiency, including Azure DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, and release automationDevelop and implement AI-driven features using Azure OpenAI (GPT models), Python, and supporting frameworksBuild conversational agents, agent-based workflows, retrieval systems, and grounding pipelinesDesign and develop backend microservices using Python and/or .NET CoreIntegrate AI services with enterprise systems through secure, scalable APIsBuild and maintain CI/CD automation using Azure DevOps to ensure production readinessImplement monitoring, telemetry, evaluation frameworks, and observability for GenAI systemsContribute hands-on to coding, testing, deployment, optimization, and operational supportTranslate business and technical requirements into scalable, secure technical solutionsCollaborate with engineering, cloud, data, and product teams to drive end-to-end implementationDemonstrated experience delivering AI and cloud solutions at scale in prior roles