Location:
Remote
Employment Type:
Part Time / Contract
About BigRio
BigRio is a Boston-based, remote-first technology consulting firm specializing in advanced data and software solutions. We partner with forward-thinking organizations to deliver scalable, cost-effective, and innovative technology, with particular expertise in AI/ML, data engineering, and cloud-native applications. Our clients span healthcare, life sciences, government, and enterprise sectors, and we are known for our ability to tackle complex challenges with cutting-edge solutions.
About the Role
BigRio is seeking a highly skilled
Generative AI Engineer
with expert-level experience in
LLMs ,
OpenAI APIs ,
prompt engineering , and
retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) . This is a
senior, hands-on role —ideal for someone who has already mastered these technologies and is ready to deliver production-ready solutions. This is not a learning-on-the-job position.
You will work with our internal team and clients to design, build, and optimize AI-powered applications with high-performance standards and robust infrastructure integration.
Design and implement LLM-driven features using
OpenAI API
(including reasoning vs. non-reasoning models, model versioning, temperature settings, and best practices).
Apply advanced
prompt engineering
and
model tuning
techniques to drive performance and accuracy.
Build
retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
systems using
Langchain
and
ChromaDB .
Develop interactive AI tools and UIs using
Gradio .
Ensure seamless
SSO integration
and secure access controls.
Connect and automate data pipelines including
Google Drive integration .
Write clean, maintainable code in
Python , and contribute to a collaborative, agile development environment.
Required Qualifications
3–5+ years of experience in AI/ML development, with proven,
expert-level hands-on work in LLMs and Generative AI .
Mastery of the
OpenAI API , including reasoning capabilities, temperature control, and fine-tuning parameters.
Deep experience with
prompt engineering
and AI response optimization.
Production-level experience with
Langchain ,
ChromaDB , and
RAG architectures .
Proficiency with
Gradio
for front-end prototyping.
Experience with
Docker ,
SSO , and
cloud API integrations
(e.g., Google Drive).
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Comfortable working independently and collaborating across time zones.
Nice to Have
Experience with other vector databases and frameworks.
Familiarity with MLOps or AI infrastructure tooling.
Previous experience in healthcare, biotech, or highly regulated domains.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
BigRio is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and promote diversity and prohibit discrimination based on various factors outlined by federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
BigRio is a cutting-edge technology company committed to being your strategic partner in accelerating digital transformation and fostering innovation. With a relentless focus on delivering exceptional solutions, we empower businesses to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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