Description :
Location : Hyderabad (Hybrid)
Job Description : Responsibilities :
Technical Leadership & Architecture :
- Design and architect end-to-end AI and data engineering solutions that meet enterprise-scale requirements
- Lead the development of proof-of-concepts (POCs) for AI initiatives, ensuring rapid prototyping and validation of technical approaches
- Establish technical standards, best practices, and architectural patterns for AI and machine learning implementations
- Evaluate and recommend AI / ML technologies, frameworks, and platforms aligned with client needs and industry trends
- Oversee data pipeline architecture, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient data processing workflows
- Drive MLOps practices implementation, including deployment pipelines, and monitoring systems
Client Engagement & Solutions :
Collaborate directly with clients to understand business requirements and translate them into technical AI solutionsPresent technical proposals, solution architectures, and POC results to client stakeholders and C-level executivesLead technical discovery sessions and requirements gathering workshops with client teamsProvide technical consultation on AI strategy, roadmaps, and implementation approachesEnsure the successful delivery of AI projects from conception through production deploymentAct as the primary technical point of contact for enterprise AI engagementsTeam Development & Mentorship :
Mentor and guide data scientists, ML engineers, and data engineers in technical best practicesConduct technical training sessions and knowledge transfer workshops for internal teamsReview and provide feedback on technical designs, code implementations, and architectural decisionsFoster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the AI practiceIdentify skill gaps and recommend training programs for team capability enhancementLead cross-functional collaboration between AI, engineering, and business teamsStrategic Initiatives & Management Collaboration :
Work closely with senior management to develop and execute AI practice strategyProvide technical insights and recommendations for business development and partnership opportunitiesContribute to go-to-market strategies for AI solutions and service offeringsParticipate in strategic planning sessions and provide technical feasibility assessmentsDrive innovation initiatives and research partnerships with academic institutions and technology vendorsSupport pre-sales activities with technical expertise and solution positioningIndustry Representation & Thought Leadership :
Represent Company at AI industry conferences, technical forums, and professional eventsDeliver keynote presentations, technical talks, and panel discussions at industry gatheringsAuthor technical white papers, blog posts, and thought leadership content on AI trends and best practicesBuild and maintain relationships with AI community leaders, researchers, and technology vendorsParticipate in industry standards committees and AI ethics discussionsMonitor and analyze emerging AI technologies and their potential business applicationsQualifications :
Bachelors or Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or related technical fieldMinimum 10-12 years of experience in data engineering, machine learning, or AI solution development5+ years in senior technical or architectural roles with client-facing responsibilitiesProven track record of leading large-scale AI / ML implementations in enterprise environmentsExperience with end-to-end ML lifecycle from data collection to model deployment and monitoringDeep expertise in machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, etc.)Strong programming skills in Python, R, Scala, or Java with focus on production-quality codeExtensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI / ML servicesProficiency in big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop, Kafka, Databricks, Snowflake)Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow)Experience with data pipeline tools (Airflow, Prefect, Azure Data Factory, etc.)Understanding of database systems (SQL, NoSQL, Vector databases, Graph databases)Familiarity with generative AI, LLMs, and foundation model architecturesExceptional communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersStrong presentation and public speaking abilities for client meetings and industry eventsDemonstrated leadership experience in mentoring technical teams and driving cross-functional initiativesProject management experience with Agile / Scrum methodologies and enterprise delivery frameworksStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with systems thinking approachExperience in consulting or client-services environments with proven client relationship managementIndustry certifications in cloud AI / ML platforms (AWS ML Specialty, Google Cloud ML Engineer, Azure AI Engineer)Experience with specific industry domains (healthcare, finance, retail, manufacturing) and their AI applicationsPublished research papers, patents, or technical publications in AI / ML fieldActive participation in open-source AI / ML projects and communitiesSpeaking experience at technical conferences or industry eventsKnowledge of AI ethics, responsible AI practices, and regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)Experience with edge computing, IoT, and real-time AI applicationsBackground in computer vision, NLP, or other specialized AI domainsKey Performance Indicators :
Successful delivery of AI POCs and their transition to production systemsClient satisfaction scores and successful renewal of AI engagement contractsTeam development metrics including skill advancement and retention ratesIndustry recognition through speaking engagements, publications, and thought leadership activitiesContribution to business growth through technical pre-sales support and solution developmentInnovation metrics including new solution development and technology adoption rates(ref : hirist.tech)