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At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

We're looking for a motivated Junior AI Engineer to help build AI applications using large language models (LLMs). You'll work on chatbots, smart search systems, and tools that help users interact with data using natural language. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in AI while working with modern frameworks and cloud platforms. What You'll Do Build AI applications like chatbots, Q&A systems, and content generators using LLMs Create RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems that combine AI with knowledge bases Develop text-to-SQL tools that let users query databases in natural language Write and optimize prompts to get the best results from AI models Deploy AI solutions using cloud platforms like Azure OpenAI or AWS Bedrock Work with tools like LangChain or similar frameworks to build AI workflows and agents Collaborate with your team in daily stand-ups and sprint planning (Agile/Scrum) Use GitHub for code reviews, version control, and team collaboration What You Need Python skills for building AI applications Basic understanding of how LLMs work and what they can do Experience with prompt engineering and getting good outputs from AI models Familiarity with at least one AI framework like LangChain, LangGraph, or CrewAI Some knowledge of vector databases (like Pinecone, ChromaDB, or FAISS) for storing and searching data Experience using Git and GitHub for version control Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn Nice to Have Experience with Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, or AWS Bedrock Knowledge of C# or other programming languages Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitHub Actions Experience building chatbots or conversational AI Understanding of embeddings and semantic search Who You Are Excited about AI and want to learn the latest technologies Comfortable experimenting and learning from mistakes Good at explaining technical ideas to non-technical people A team player who writes clean, understandable code

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!

Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.