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knowledge of model optimization techniques (e.g., compression, quantization) and familiarity with tools such as DeepSpeed, vLLM, GPTQ, or similar.\n\nProficient in prompt engineering, prompt design tools/frameworks, and building robust RAG systems (hybrid search, multi-vector retrieval).\n\nProficient with machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras) and distributed training.\n\nStrong skills in Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques (NER, Dependency Parsing, Text Classification, Topic Modeling), transfer learning, and advanced learning paradigms.\n\nFamiliarity with generative AI tools and libraries like LangChain, LlamaIndex, Hugging Face, and major GenAI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Gemini, Claude, AWS Bedrock).\n\nDatabase Technologies:\nSolid experience with both SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB) databases, including schema design, query optimization, and integration with applications.\n\nCloud Platforms:\nExtensive 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at working with third party service providers\n\nExcellent written and oral communication skills\n\nEducation:\nBachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience\n\n------------------------------------------------------\nJob Family Group:\nTechnology------------------------------------------------------\nJob Family:\nDigital Software Engineering------------------------------------------------------\nTime Type:\nFull time------------------------------------------------------\nPrimary Location:\nIrving Texas United States------------------------------------------------------\nPrimary Location Full Time Salary Range:\n$107 120,00 - $160 680,00In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.\n------------------------------------------------------\nMost Relevant Skills\nPlease see the requirements listed above.------------------------------------------------------\nOther Relevant Skills\nFor complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------\nAnticipated Posting Close Date:\noct 13, 2026------------------------------------------------------\nAutomated Processing and AI\nWe use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.\nImportantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. 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