Lead Assistant Manager

If you are a smart, self-motivated Machine Learning Scientist with a passion for advancing the field of Generative AI, an excellent opportunity awaits you. EXL, a rapidly expanding global digital data-led AI transformation solutions company, is seeking candidates with deep expertise in developing and fine-tuning Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agentic solutions, and knowledge graph technologies to drive innovative solutions in Generative AI. You will have the chance to be at the forefront of pioneering advancements in AI, working alongside bright minds in an exciting R&D environment to build cutting-edge capabilities that redefine the future of artificial intelligence. In this role, you will develop initiatives in the Generative AI domain, focusing on cutting-edge technologies like LLMs, RAG, and autonomous agents. You will design and implement advanced workflows for integrating LLMs into real-world applications across domains such as Finance, Insurance, and Healthcare. Additionally, you will drive the development of retrieval-augmented systems by combining LLMs with document retrieval, clustering, and search techniques. Keeping abreast of AI advancements is essential, as you will be required to read, adapt, and implement cutting-edge research to solve real-world challenges. Documenting research findings, methodologies, and implementations for internal and external stakeholders will also be part of your responsibilities. Qualifications: - Experience: 2-5 years in AI/ML research and development, with at least 1-2 years focusing on Generative AI, LLMs, or related fields. - Education: Masters or PhD in Computer Science, AI, or a related field from a top-tier institution is highly preferred. Required Skills: - Core Expertise: Proven experience with Large Language Models (e.g., GPT-4, BERT, LLaMA, PaLM) and fine-tuning them for domain-specific applications. In-depth knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation workflows and hands-on experience with autonomous agents. - Tools & Frameworks: Proficiency in deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face Transformers. Experience with distributed training and optimization on GPUs and TPUs. Familiarity with cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) practices for scalable deployment. - Research & Development: Ability to read and adapt cutting-edge research papers for applied solutions in LLMs and knowledge graphs. Expertise in domain adaptation, few-shot learning, and zero-shot reasoning. Strong understanding of generative models and their integration with LLMs. - Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to address challenges in unstructured data processing, including NLP and multimodal scenarios. Experience with document retrieval, clustering, and unsupervised learning techniques. Preferred Skills: - Experience with LLM fine-tuning and building Agentic systems for domain LLMs. Experience with reinforcement learning and fine-tuning via RLHF. Knowledge of large-scale optimization methods and efficient model compression techniques. Strong collaboration and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead teams. Experience with MoE based architecture and knowledge of federated learning.,