James Nelson

Key Responsibilities

• LLM Development: Design, develop, and implement Large Language Models from scratch, leveraging proprietary data to create tailored AI solutions.
• Data Engineering: Oversee data extraction, ingestion, cleansing, and transformation processes to ensure high-quality inputs for model training.
• Model Fine-Tuning: Apply advanced techniques such as transfer learning, hyperparameter tuning, and regularization to optimize model performance.
• Generative AI Expertise: Utilize generative AI technologies, embeddings, and vector databases to enhance model capabilities and ensure seamless integration with applications.
• Cloud Integration: Develop and deploy AI solutions using cloud platforms such as Azure OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, and AWS.
• Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams, including data scientists, engineers, and business analysts, to deliver AI-driven solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Strategic Consulting: Provide insights and best practices for integrating generative AI into business processes, ensuring secure and effective deployment.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with clients and internal teams to understand business needs, define project scope, and deliver impactful AI solutions.
• Innovation and Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI/ML and generative AI technologies to drive innovation and maintain competitive edge.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and building LLMs from scratch using proprietary data.
• Expertise in AI/ML technologies, including Python, R, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and LangChain.
• Proficiency in data engineering, including data extraction, transformation, and visualization.
• Strong knowledge of generative AI tools and technologies, such as embeddings, vector databases, and prompt engineering.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like Azure OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, and AWS.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex AI projects.
• Excellent communication and consulting skills to interact with stakeholders and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field is preferred.

Full Stack developer with over 15 years of experience

Utica College Utica, New York

B.S., Computer Science