Job Overview

position summary

the data and ai consultant will work closely with the data and bi consultant and play a critical role in developing an ai model capable of producing financial product manuals based on inputs from financial product advisors. these inputs may include details such as the bank name, credit policies, and market research. the consultant will leverage advanced large language models (llms) and cutting-edge machine learning techniques to build, fine-tune, and operationalize an efficient ai documentation platform.

responsabilities

• ai model development: build and refine a robust ai model (llm-based) to automate the generation of financial product manuals based on financial advisors input data.
• data engineering & processing: work with structured and unstructured data and leverage tools for data preprocessing, eda and feature engineering. utilise azure ecosystem to create etl pipelines.
• machine learning implementation: implement end-to-end machine learning solutions, including fine-tuning of llms, prompt engineering, and ai-driven automation. utilize mlops best practices for model deployment, monitoring, and iteration.
• tech stack utilization: develop scalable solutions in python and sql within azure cloud services.
• web application support: build a full-fledged web application (flask, django, or similar frameworks) for user interaction with the ai model. implement ci/cd methodologies to streamline deployments and updates.
• collaboration & stakeholder engagement: work closely with financial product advisors and other stakeholders to refine the ai model and ensure it meets business needs.
• testing & optimization: conduct rigorous testing, refine ai-generated outputs, and optimize model performance to enhance accuracy and reliability.
• documentation & reporting: maintain clear, comprehensive documentation of ai model development processes, decisions, and improvements.
• data governance: implement best practices for data privacy, security, and compliance, ensuring adherence to gdpr.

qualifications

• bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, data science, ai, or a related field. equivalent experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in ai/ml development, preferably in financial services or similar industries.
• proficiency in python, sql, and azure services (e.g. azure ml, azure ai foundry, data factory, azure storage, azure vm) for ai model development and deployment.
• strong working knowledge of machine learning techniques, including llms, fine-tuning, feature engineering, prompt engineering, and etl pipelines
• experience working with structure and unstructured data and developing ai models to process text-based or document-oriented inputs.
• familiarity with web application frameworks such as flask, django or similar framework for ai solution web interface.
• prior experience integrating ai solutions within financial services or related sectors is a plus.
• knowledge of generative ai techniques, azure ai services, or relevant azure certifications (data science, ai, data engineering) strongly preferred.
• an understanding of and a commitment to advancing the mission and values of opportunity international.

language skills

• written and verbal fluency in english required

travel requirements

• no travel required (fully remote role)

contract type

• this is a short term 3-month consultancy position. applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

about opportunity

opportunity international is a global non-profit that has been empowering people to work their way out of poverty for over 50 years. last year, opportunity provided 18.7 million families with innovative financial resources, training, and support to grow their small businesses and send their children to school. opportunity and its partners released $2 billion in capital across 30 countries and helped fund 8,400 schools that reached 2 million children.

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about edufinance

opportunity international is a global non-profit that has been empowering people to work their way out of poverty since 1971. opportunity provides 18.7 million people with innovative financial resources, training, and support to grow their small businesses and send their children to school. in 2023, opportunity international and its partners served 20 million clients, helped fund 7,000 schools that reached 1.9 million children, and they released more than $1.85 billion in capital across 31 countries. we respond to jesus christ's call to love and serve people living in poverty. we seek to emulate the good samaritan, whose compassion crossed ethnic groups and religions. we serve all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender. discover more at opportunity.org or join the conversation on facebook, linkedin, and instagram.

child protection commitment

opportunity believes that all children have a right to protection from any form of abuse regardless of gender, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sexual orientation, or ability. opportunity operates in line with international best practices for child protection and recognizes its responsibility to ensure that all employees. this policy applies to anyone acting on behalf of opportunity or is involved in its programs in any capacity. all employees are subject to background checks, which include criminal checks and sex offender list checks, as allowed by local law.