Lead AI Engineer (AI Foundations, LLM Core and Agentic AI)

Capital One Financial

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New York, Ny, US Posted 133 days ago $197,300–$225,100 / year

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At a glance

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TL;DR

As a Lead AI Engineer on the AI Foundations team, you will focus on developing core components of large language models and agentic AI systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing scalable machine learning architectures, implementing advanced natural language processing techniques, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into existing products. You should be proficient in Python, familiar with frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow, and have experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in deep learning, NLP, and are adept at handling large datasets. This role involves tackling complex business challenges by leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance product capabilities on a massive scale.

Skills

Python TensorFlow PyTorch Kubernetes Docker AWS CI/CD Git PostgreSQL Redis Scikit-learn Pandas NumPy Jupyter GraphQL

What you'll do

Lead the design and development of large language models (LLMs) core functionalities.
Drive innovation in agentic AI capabilities, focusing on advanced reasoning and task execution.
Oversee the integration of cutting-edge AI technologies into existing systems.
Ensure robustness and scalability of AI solutions through rigorous testing and validation.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI research and industry trends.

What we're looking for

Minimum 5 years of experience in AI and machine learning.
Strong background in large language model (LLM) core development.
Expertise in agentic AI systems and natural language processing.
Proficient in Python, C++, or relevant programming languages for AI.
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Market check

Salary context

This $197,300–$225,100 range sits above 51% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$170,000–$249,600

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$162,000–$246,150

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Capital One Financial

Capital One Financial is a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products, known for its data-driven approach to consumer and commercial finance. Industry: Financial Services & Banking

Capital One Financial currently has 489 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $197,300–$225,100 across 483 roles with salary data.

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