Software Developer Lead - Generative AI | Manhattan, NY, USA | Hybrid

Qualifications
A minimum of 6 years of experience in software development and a strong foundation in Generative AI technologies (transformers, GANs, VAEs, etc.)
A proven ability to lead projects and manage high-performing teams, taking ownership and driving success
A passion for innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence - you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and excel at turning complex AI challenges into tangible solutions
Responsibilities
Own the Impossible: Lead greenfield projects where you'll own the technology and direction from the ground up, creating groundbreaking Gen AI solutions in an ever-expanding landscape of opportunity
You'll ensure data is integrated seamlessly to fuel new AI solutions and make GAI technologies more productive
Revolutionize Data Accessibility: Create sophisticated RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) pipelines over vast datasets, unlocking new insights and improving data utility across the business
Collaboration That Moves Mountains: Partner with internal groups and end users to accelerate AI product development, customizing cutting-edge AI solutions to fit their unique needs
You'll be the bridge between vision and execution, turning ambitious ideas into powerful AI tools
Job description
Selby Jennings is working with a technology-driven hedge fund, a global leader in cutting-edge quantitative trading space. We are seeking a Lead Software Developer with expertise in Generative AI (GAI) to join their team. Here, you'll have the chance to lead and shape the future of Generative AI, collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry and driving real business impact!

Here's a glimpse of what you'll do day-to-day:
• Own the Impossible: Lead greenfield projects where you'll own the technology and direction from the ground up, creating groundbreaking Gen AI solutions in an ever-expanding landscape of opportunity.
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Innovate and Lead: Spearhead the development of shared GAI infrastructure and applications that empower the entire firm. You'll ensure data is integrated seamlessly to fuel new AI solutions and make GAI technologies more productive.
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Revolutionize Data Accessibility: Create sophisticated RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) pipelines over vast datasets, unlocking new insights and improving data utility across the business.
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Collaboration That Moves Mountains: Partner with internal groups and end users to accelerate AI product development, customizing cutting-edge AI solutions to fit their unique needs. You'll be the bridge between vision and execution, turning ambitious ideas into powerful AI tools.
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Drive the Future of Gen AI: Experiment with state-of-the-art Gen AI tools, bringing innovative applications to life and fostering collaboration to amplify AI's impact across platforms.

We're looking for visionary developers who are as excited about Generative AI as we are. You'll bring with you:
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in software development and a strong foundation in Generative AI technologies (transformers, GANs, VAEs, etc.).
• A proven ability to lead projects and manage high-performing teams, taking ownership and driving success.
• A passion for innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence - you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and excel at turning complex AI challenges into tangible solutions.

As a Lead Software Developer in Generative AI (GAI), you won't just be coding - you'll be transforming the future of Gen AI across the firm. You'll lead groundbreaking projects, work alongside brilliant minds, and leverage your deep knowledge of GAI to tackle complex, high-impact challenges.

If you're someone who doesn't just want a job, but wants to make a lasting impact on the future of AI - this is your chance to lead game-changing initiatives.