We are looking for a **Chief Machine Learning Engineer** specializing in AI Engineering to drive innovation in our GenAI project. In this role, you will architect and sustain high\-performing backend systems that leverage OpenAI APIs and large language models, ensuring scalability and reliability. Join us to lead the development of advanced AI agents and elevate your career within a forward\-thinking team. 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. **Responsibilities** * Design and enhance backend architectures for AI and LLM\-powered systems * Deploy and scale LLM\-driven applications across cloud platforms * Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for smooth automation of deployment * Oversee the health and efficiency of AI services through performance tuning * Implement comprehensive observability and logging for LLM API usage * Partner with DevOps and Data Science teams to boost system robustness * Administer cloud infrastructure, focusing on Azure, for AI application hosting * Create APIs and microservices aligned with AI agent functionalities **Requirements** * 7\+ years of expertise in machine learning engineering with a backend emphasis * Proficient in integrating and utilizing OpenAI APIs for AI service development * Experienced with MLOps and CI/CD frameworks such as Orion, ArgoCD, and Opsera * Competent in monitoring tools like Grafana, Dynatrace, and ThoughtSpot * Strong background in cloud technologies, particularly Azure, Apache Spark, and Databricks * Advanced skills in Python programming and microservice architecture principles * Fluent English communication skills at B2 (Upper\-Intermediate) level **Nice to have** * Familiarity with data science approaches and techniques * Hands\-on experience with natural language processing methods * In\-depth understanding of OpenAI API capabilities and applications **We offer** * Connectivity Bonus (25,000 ARS are paid with a salary receipt at the end of each month as a non\-wages concept). * Medicina Prepaga (It covers the collaborator and direct family group). * Paternity Leave (Two additional days are added to what is established by law, total of 4 days). * Discounts card. * English Training (English lessons, twice per week). * Training Program (Access to multiple customized training plans according to the needs of each role within the company). * Marriage bonus (The company doubles the allowance established by law that ANSES offers). * Referral Program (Referral bonus is paid when the referral of a collaborator joins the Company). * External Agreements and Discounts. * Vacations: 14 calendar days a year *By applying to our role, you are agreeing that your personal data may be used as in set out in EPAM´s Privacy Notice and Policy.*