Senior Principal AI Platform Engineer, Data & AI Platform

Role: Senior Principal AI Engineer responsible for designing and supporting Vertex’s enterprise data and AI platform to enable scalable AI adoption across the organization. Responsibilities include developing reusable components, starter kits, reference implementations, and templated solutions to streamline AI development, while embedding governance and best practices into code. The role involves managing platform enhancements, advocating cloud-first approaches, and leading scalable enablement programs to empower multiple teams. Requirements: 10+ years in data/analytics, 5+ years developing cloud-based data products, hands-on experience with AI/ML, GenAI, LLMs, MLOps, and platforms like Snowflake or Databricks. Strong knowledge of enterprise software development, workflow tools (JIRA, Confluence), and agile project management. Skills in mentorship, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication are essential. Preferred: experience with GenAI, AI/ML, and enterprise-scale AI deployment. High-value specifics include focus on AI technologies, cloud platforms, and cross-functional enablement in a biopharma-related innovation environment. Work setup details are not specified.