AI Engineer (Remote)

About The Company Capital One is a leading financial services company committed to transforming banking through innovative technology and responsible AI systems. With a strong focus on leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, Capital One has established itself as an industry pioneer in creating real-time, personalized customer experiences. The company's substantial investments in cutting-edge technology infrastructure and world-class talent enable it to stay at the forefront of AI adoption in the banking sector. Capital One's mission is to reimagine how financial services are delivered, making banking more accessible, efficient, and human-centric. The organization fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, dedicated to delivering impactful solutions that benefit millions of customers and businesses worldwide. About The Role We are seeking a distinguished AI Engineer to join our remote team, contributing to the development and deployment of advanced AI systems that redefine banking experiences. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, research scientists, product managers, and technical program managers to design, develop, and support scalable AI solutions. Your expertise will be instrumental in building foundational AI models, optimizing large language models, and implementing responsible AI practices. You will play a vital role in shaping the technical vision and long-term roadmap of our AI infrastructure, ensuring that our systems are innovative, efficient, and aligned with business goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on state-of-the-art AI technologies, influence enterprise-wide AI strategies, and contribute to impactful projects that serve millions of customers globally. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields plus at least 8 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree plus at least 6 years of relevant experience Minimum of 8 years of programming experience with Python, Go, Scala, or Java Extensive experience in developing AI and ML algorithms or technologies Proficiency in deploying scalable AI solutions on cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure Strong understanding of large language models, inference, similarity search, and vector databases Experience with open-source AI tools and frameworks such as PyTorch, Huggingface, Nemo Guardrails, and AWS Ultraclusters Ability to innovate and optimize AI model performance, scalability, latency, and cost Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholders Responsibilities Partner with multidisciplinary teams to deliver AI-powered products that enhance customer interactions and operational efficiency Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain AI software components including foundation model training, large language model inference, and guardrails Leverage a broad stack of AI technologies such as AWS Ultraclusters, Huggingface, VectorDBs, and Nemo Guardrails to build scalable solutions Invent and implement state-of-the-art optimization techniques for large-scale AI systems to improve performance metrics such as latency, throughput, and cost-efficiency Contribute to the strategic vision and roadmap for AI infrastructure, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals Ensure responsible AI practices by implementing governance, model evaluation, and observability standards Stay current with the latest research in AI and machine learning, applying innovative techniques to production systems Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions Benefits Competitive salary packages aligned with experience and location Performance-based incentive compensation, including bonuses and long-term incentives Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans Retirement savings options and financial wellness programs Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning Inclusive and diverse workplace culture that promotes innovation and collaboration Equal Opportunity Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We promote a drug-free workplace and comply with all applicable laws regarding fair employment practices. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with relevant laws. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and join our mission to transform banking through responsible AI innovation.