Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Principal Engineer, AI Authoring

Boston, MA · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$167k-$250kDetected 12 days ago
AWSGCPAzureCloud PlatformsMachine LearningData ScienceLLMsRAGRecruitingTest AutomationCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

  • We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Principal Engineer, AI Authoring to join our AI Authoring Platform team.
  • This role is pivotal in shaping the technical architecture of our platform, ensuring the performance, accuracy, and scalability of our LLM-powered authoring tools.
  • Serve as the final escalation point for complex technical blockers, from debugging model hallucinations to optimizing cloud infrastructure for high-compute AI workloads.

Responsibilities

  • Reporting to the Director of AI Authoring Platform, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of Vertex's AI-driven content generation engine.
  • You will tackle complex engineering challenges, including automated document workflows and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)-based architectures, to support the creation of high-quality, compliant, and efficient regulatory documents.
  • Build and optimize sophisticated Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems that accurately pull from vast clinical and regulatory data sources to assist in document creation.
  • Expertise in prompt engineering, retrieval pipelines, and modular AI system design.
  • Proven track record of leading the design and implementation of AI-driven systems, including LLM-based platforms and RAG architectures.

Requirements

  • Engineer the data connectors and transformations required to feed structured and unstructured data into AI models for automated document population.
  • Experience with automated testing and validation frameworks, particularly in regulated industries.
  • Proficiency in cloud infrastructure optimization for AI workloads.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to address complex technical challenges.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related technical field.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) and distributed computing systems.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with the Life Sciences industry and its compliance requirements (preferred).
  • Experience with automated document workflows and AI-based content generation (preferred).
  • Experience working in regulated industries, such as Life Sciences, is a strong plus.

Skills

  • Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Compensation

  • $166,640 - $250,000
  • The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting.
  • This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
  • Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
  • Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Benefits

  • This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.

Company info

  • The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
  • Company Information
  • Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
  • Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.
  • Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
  • Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
  • Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
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