Lead AI Engineer

Overview

AI Engineer (Technical Lead) Role Summary

• Senior-level AI Engineer (not an AI Researcher)
• Hands-on technical lead responsible for building and enhancing AI-driven systems
• Focus is on applied AI—not developing foundational LLMs from scratch
• Must be able to write production-level code

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor an existing team of strong engineers
• Help elevate team capabilities through guidance, code reviews, and best practices
• Contribute directly to system design and development
• Support the buildout of internal AI tools for regulatory use cases
• Work across multiple concurrent AI initiatives

Domain & Project Context

• Team supports advertising regulation workflows
• Focus on reviewing broker-dealer communications (e.g., Fidelity, Vanguard)
• AI tool will assist analysts in evaluating compliance with FINRA Rule 2210
• System will analyze communications to ensure they meet regulatory standards

Required Experience

• Strong background in applied AI/ML engineering
• Prior experience in financial services or compliance/regulatory environments strongly preferred
• Proven track record across multiple projects (depth of experience required—no short-term/project-only exposure)
• Ability to operate at a technical lead level (not a learner/on-the-job ramp)

Team & Environment

• Established team of capable engineers in place
• Role is focused on augmentation and leadership, not building from scratch
• Highly collaborative, mentorship-driven environment

Interview Process

• Initial screen with hiring manager (30–45 minutes)
• Follow-up interviews:
  • Architect
  • Senior Director

Note: Only local DC/VA/MD candidates who can take an assessment before submission and are also required for a F2F interview.