Staff GenAI/ML Engineer (Emerging Tech & AI Automation) Project Hire

Role Overview

Responsibilities

• Accelerate innovation across the enterprise through GenAI and ML technologies
• Conduct research and rapid prototyping of Generative AI and Large Language Models
• Design and implement systems leveraging generative models for content generation
• Build scalable proof-of-concepts and Minimum Lovable Products
• Collaborate with product, data, and engineering teams on cutting-edge technology initiatives
• De-risk emerging technologies for enterprise-wide transformation
• Develop intelligent automation solutions
• Drive competitive advantage through innovative AI implementations

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering or ML/AI engineering
• 2+ years hands-on experience with GenAI or LLM technologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to executive audiences
• Hands-on experience deploying solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Advanced proficiency in Python with strong understanding of system design and scalable architecture
• Hands-on experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, HuggingFace Transformers, or LangChain
• Deep knowledge of GenAI techniques including prompt engineering, RAG pipelines, LLM evaluation and fine-tuning
• Experience designing scalable AI/ML systems including NoSQL, graph/vector, and relational databases
• Strong understanding of MLOps best practices and tools like MLflow, Kubeflow, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or equivalent work experience

About the Company

The Walt Disney Company operates an Emerging Tech & Automation team focused on exploring cutting-edge AI and automation technologies. The company is committed to enterprise-wide transformation through innovative solutions that enhance consumer experiences and drive business growth.