Senior Machine Learning Engineer

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Liverpool
1 year ago
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My client, an innovative and fast-growing entertainment start-up, is seeking aSenior LLM Developerto play a pivotal role in advancing their AI-driven solutions. This is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of entertainment technology.


(Candidates must be based in the UK. This rolecannotoffer visa sponsorship)


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, fine-tune, and optimise large language models (LLMs) using state-of-the-art tools and techniques (e.g., Llama, Axolotl).
  • Implement quantisation and pruning methods to improve model efficiency and scalability.
  • Deploy machine learning models in production environments usingAWS, ensuring seamless integration and top-tier performance.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring AI-driven innovations to life within the entertainment space.
  • Continuously stay abreast of the latest advancements in LLM development and machine learning.


Essential Requirements:

  • 6+ yearsof professional experience inmachine learning, with a deep understanding of LLMs.
  • 2+ yearsof hands-on experience in developing and fine-tuning LLMs.
  • Proficiency in model optimisation techniques such asquantisationandpruning.
  • Solid experience deploying machine learning models inAWSenvironments.
  • Strong programming skills inPythonand experience withSQL.
  • AMaster's or PhDinComputer Science,Mathematics, or a related advanced discipline.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment.


Desirable:

  • Experience working in the entertainment or media industry.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based machine learning infrastructure.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.


If you have a passion for AI and the skills to help my client revolutionise the entertainment industry, apply now!

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