We are looking for a **Lead Machine Learning Engineer** specializing in AI Engineering to spearhead our GenAI initiative. You will architect and oversee scalable backend infrastructures that support LLM\-driven applications utilizing OpenAI APIs, focusing on robustness and efficiency. Join our innovative team to drive advanced AI developments and elevate your professional journey. *We accept* *CVs in English only.* **Responsibilities** * Design and enhance backend systems for AI and LLM\-powered applications * Deploy and scale LLM applications within cloud platforms * Establish CI/CD workflows for seamless deployment automation * Track and fine\-tune AI service performance * Maintain comprehensive observability and logging for LLM API usage * Partner with DevOps and AI/Data Science teams to improve system stability * Oversee cloud infrastructure management, preferably on Azure, for AI workloads * Develop APIs and microservices that enable AI\-driven features **Requirements** * 5\+ years of experience in machine learning engineering with backend emphasis * Proficient in OpenAI API integration and AI service deployment * Deep knowledge of MLOps and CI/CD technologies like Orion, ArgoCD, and Opsera * Experience with monitoring solutions such as Grafana, Dynatrace, and ThoughtSpot * Strong familiarity with cloud environments, especially Azure, plus Apache Spark and Databricks * Expert\-level Python programming and microservices design skills * Fluent English communication at B2 (Upper\-Intermediate) level **Nice to have** * Understanding of data science approaches * Hands\-on experience with natural language processing methods * In\-depth knowledge of OpenAI API capabilities **We offer** * Learning Culture \- We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally * Health Coverage \- Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family * Visual Benefit \- Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200\.000 COP for any visual health expenses * Life Insurance Plan \- We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full\-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone. * Medical Leave Coverage \- We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us * Professional Growth Opportunities \- We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally * Stock Option Purchase Plan \- As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization * Additional Income \- Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways * Community Benefit \- You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams! *Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.* EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi\-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting\-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.