AI Engineer Lead AI Engineer Lead Hyderabad, TG, IN, 500081 26 Sept 2025 0.00 km

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

Orica is looking for a skilled and driven AI Engineer Lead to lead the delivery of AI and analytics initiatives within our DAI Delivery team. This role blends technical leadership, hands-on engineering, and collaboration across R&D, Engineering, and Data Platforms. You’ll be responsible for managing AI model operations, developing computer vision datasets, deploying agentic AI infrastructure, and mentoring engineers.

At Orica, you’ll work on cutting-edge AI technologies with real-world impact, in a collaborative and inclusive environment. We offer opportunities for career growth, continuous learning, and the chance to be part of a global organization that values innovation and excellence.

If you’re passionate about AI and ready to lead transformative projects, apply now and help shape the future of intelligent engineering at Orica.

What you will be doing

• Manage and optimize AI models, including performance monitoring, retraining, and deployment.
• Build and label datasets for computer vision projects (classification, detection, segmentation).
• Deploy agentic AI infrastructure on cloud platforms using CI / CD pipelines.
• Develop AI applications using frameworks like LangGraph, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Autogen, and Google ADK.
• Mentor and upskill engineers on AI workloads and best practices.
• Define project scope and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Lead Agile project execution and manage risks, dependencies, and reporting.
• Ensure quality assurance and continuous improvement across deliverables.

What you will bring

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.