Senior AI Engineer

Senior AI Engineer - Wakefield, MA C-4 Analytics

The ideal candidate understands the benefits of in-person teamwork and is available to work from our office a minimum of three days per week

C-4 Analytics is a fast-growing, private, full-service digital marketing company that excels at helping automotive dealerships increase sales, increase market share, and lower cost per acquisition. C-4 Analytics is committed to developing innovative solutions for every dealer in every market, and to providing the highest levels of accountability and customer service. We are currently hiring for a Senior AI  Engineer as we look to expand our team and support our growing roster of local and national clients.

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Who We're Looking For: Senior AI Engineer - Wakefield, MA

We are seeking an AI Wizard who speaks fluent LLM and dreams in Vector Databases. As a Senior AI Engineer, you will be working with the latest in AI technology, including agent libraries, advanced LLMs and NLP tools. You'll have the opportunity and autonomy to lead the development and implementation of AI-powered solutions. This role will focus on integrating diverse data sources, refining AI interactions through prompt engineering, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive artificial intelligence adoption and innovation. You will be responsible for providing architectural decisions and opinions, gaining consensus within your team, and maintaining discipline to adhere to those practices.  We are looking for a process oriented, team player who can shape and mold our AI development effort.  Your work will directly impact how automotive dealerships operate and compete in their markets.

If you've ever wanted to:

• Be the person who makes AI actually useful (not just another chatbot that tells jokes)
• Work with cutting-edge tech without the "we're changing the world with blockchain" nonsense
• Build systems that impact real businesses and real people
• Never have to explain to your family why you're "still playing with computers" (because the results speak for themselves)

A day in the life of a Senior AI Integration Engineer 

• Heavily focus on individual autonomy based on Agile rituals. 
• You’ll bring a high level of process-related routines, understanding the scope of the work and taking initiative on execution of tasks.
• Working with NLP that utilizes cutting-edge AI technologies to integrate AI-driven insights across company systems, enhancing access to data and supporting decision-making processes.
• Leverage AI technologies (LLMs) to continue development and implement agents for company-wide insights.
• Implement test-driven prompt engineering to design, optimize, and refine prompts for accurate and relevant AI-driven interactions, ensuring AI responses are thoroughly validated for accuracy, relevance, and consistency before deployment
• Integrate AI with internal and external data sources, ensuring seamless access to business-critical data.
• Collaborate with engineering, data science, product management, and operations teams.
• Assist in data architecture, preparation, and sanitization for effective use by AI models.
• Develop AI strategies aligned with business goals and objectives.
• Monitor and optimize AI performance for continuous improvement.
• Advise on AI adoption and identify areas for efficiency and innovation.
• Ensure ethical use of AI, maintaining data security, privacy, and compliance.
• Stay current with advancements in AI, ML, and LLM technologies.
• Consistently evaluate and improve the software development lifecycle

The Tech Toybox includes::

• 🛠️ Modern AI Frameworks | Advanced LLMs & NLP tools
• 🧠 TensorFlow/PyTorch for those deep learning dreams
• ☁️ Cloud platforms to make it all float
• 🔗 Langchain & LlamaIndex for connecting the dots

What you’ll need to succeed:

• At least 3 years of proficiency in AI and machine learning technologies, particularly LLMs.
• Familiarity with SOLID principles of software development
• Experience with the Agile methodology of software development
• Strong experience with prompt engineering and NLP tasks.
• Proven experience integrating AI systems with data platforms (databases, data lakes, APIs).
• Familiarity with data wrangling and preparation tools.
• Programming skill Python and experience with AI frameworks (TensorFlow and PyTorch).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, etc).
• 3+ years of professional experience working in agile teams and SDLC for AI projects.
• Understanding of AI observability frameworks
• LLMs, Vector Databases (i.e. OpenSearch, ElasticSearch), RAG, ETL

This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and collaborative skills to effectively integrate AI solutions and drive business value.

Flexibility:

The Senior AI Engineer may benefit from the flexibility to work in a way that suits them best. We offer the following working options:

• Office-Based: Our modern and well-equipped office space provides a collaborative environment where you can work closely with teams, engage in face-to-face interactions, and foster a sense of community.
• Hybrid: For those who prefer a balance between office and remote work, we offer a hybrid model. This allows you to divide your time between working in the office and remotely, providing the best of both worlds.

Compensation: 

We offer a competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000. The final salary will be determined based on factors such as skills, knowledge, and demonstrated expertise.

Please note that the stated salary range is flexible and negotiable based on individual qualifications and fit for the role. We encourage candidates to discuss their salary expectations during the interview process.

Working at C-4 Analytics

We provide our employees with a range of benefits, including career development programs, unlimited paid time off, and additional perks. All are welcome to visit our careers and culture page for more details. 

What our Employees Say:

Want to know what makes working at C-4 Analytics so rewarding? Take it from the true experts: our current teammates. Recent surveys about our workplace and culture suggest that our staff loves: 

• The People: It's not just a cliché; we have the best, hungriest and smartest team in the business.
• The Culture: Teamwork. Camaraderie. Perseverance. We hire for these traits, and it shows.
• The Growth: We place a real emphasis on training, development and career planning.
• The Trust: Our managers empower their people and teams to thrive in their own ways.
• The Challenge: We work in a competitive industry and a dynamic field. You'll never be bored!

In-Office Perks

• Accelerated Growth via Osmosis and Coaching: Learn sales strategies and industry knowledge naturally by hearing colleagues handle calls and receive instant feedback and hands-on guidance from your manager and colleagues during in-person weekly one-on-ones.
• Boosted Visibility and Networking: Build strong connections with your team, leaders, and mentors, increasing your visibility within the organization, which can lead to more opportunities for career advancement.
• Soft Skills Mastery: Develop crucial soft skills in a group setting, such as communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, which are essential for long-term professional success.
• Knowledge Transfer and Expertise: Benefit from informal knowledge sharing and mentorship, ensuring constant access to the information and guidance needed to become an expert in the automotive world.
• Spark Innovation and Collaboration: Physical proximity facilitates spontaneous discussions and brainstorming sessions that spark innovative and creative solutions to problems.
• Enjoy Daily Perks and Wellness: Fuel your day with cold brew on tap, free beverages, and a stocked snack pantry. Additionally, enjoy free weekly lunch and monthly wellness events like Yoga and Paint & Sip.
• Structured Work-Life Balance: Our Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm schedule helps you separate work from home, reducing the risk of burnout.

More About C-4 Analytics

C-4 Analytics takes the guesswork out of advertising. We don’t over-promise: we over-deliver. We provide real value to our clients because we really value them as partners. We love Google and Facebook, but also love Instagram and Bing. We innovate, educate and instigate. We are forward-thinking, but we learn from the past. We are results-driven and our strategies drive results. We love the practical applications of psychology to marketing, but we aren’t above a good practical joke. We are team players, but we love to crush our competitors. We create an environment of respect and we respect the environment. We are the brains and the good looks. We are very humble. We are nerds, but cool, likable nerds. We are never gonna give you up. Never gonna let you down. We are all work and all play. We calculated that only 15.8% of visitors who started this paragraph would actually read this far down. We are C-4 Analytics.