Senior NLP Engineer/Large Language Model Architect

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We are seeking an experienced Senior NLP Engineer / Large Language Model Architect to lead the development and optimization of our NLP projects. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in refining large language models, particularly focusing on areas such as pharmaceutical SOPs and research contexts. This role requires a deep understanding of NLP principles, practical experience in deploying large-scale models, and a problem-solving mindset geared towards delivering high-quality, efficient solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine large language models to meet specific project requirements, ensuring high quality and efficiency.
• Lead the transition and optimization of NLP models from platforms like Solr and Elasticsearch to Sinequa and Amazon SageMaker.
• Develop and implement strategies for prompt engineering, model refinement, and trainingpipelines to enhance model performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to understand project needs, providing expert guidance and NLP architectural advice.
• Manage the integration of knowledge graphs into NLP models to improve contextual understanding and output relevance.
• Evaluate and utilize state-of-the-art embedding vectors and encoding methods to ensure optimal model performance.
• Oversee the concept extraction and entity recognition processes, ensuring integration with existing knowledge graphs and data pipelines.
• Guide the team in the expansion and refinement of taxonomies using large language models, followed by human review for tagging accuracy.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in NLP model development, deployment, and maintenance, staying abreast of the latest industry trends and research.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in NLP, with a strong portfolio of projects involving large language models.
• Proficiency in using platforms such as Hugging Face, Sinequa, and Amazon SageMaker for model deployment and refinement.
• Solid understanding of model training, tuning, and refinement techniques, with proven success in applying these to large-scale projects.
• Experience with knowledge graphs, entity recognition, and concept extraction technologies.
• Strong coding skills in relevant programming languages (e.g., Python) and familiarity with NLP libraries and frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple
  projects simultaneously.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to high-quality outcomes.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of an international, distributed team and resolve potential issues and challenges that come with remote work.

About Adeva

Adeva is an exclusive network of engineers, product and data professionals that connects consultants with leading enterprise organizations and startups. Our network is distributed all over the world, with engineers in more than 35 countries. Our company culture builds connections, careers, and employee growth. We are creating a workplace from the future that values flexibility, autonomy, and transparency. If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.