Position : AI Technical Lead
Experience Required : 5+ Years
Company : Academian (EdTech Domain)
About Us
Academian is a leading EdTech company developing innovative software solutions. We focus on enhancing education through technology, delivering impactful learning experiences, and shaping the future of education with AI-driven solutions.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced AI Technical Lead to spearhead the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in AI algorithms, hands-on expertise with machine learning and deep learning frameworks, and a forward-thinking approach to leveraging emerging AI technologies like AGENTIC AI, RAG, Graph Databases, and open-source LLMs. This role also involves guiding the team to deliver scalable, efficient, and impactful AI products aligned with the EdTech domain.
Key Responsibilities
- AI Model Development :
- Design, train, and deploy AI models for diverse use cases, including :
- Computer Vision : Image recognition, object detection, segmentation etc.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP) : Text classification, summarization, question-answering systems etc.
- Generative AI : Fine-tuning and deploying open-source large language models (LLMs) and Private Models.
- RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) : Implement AI systems combining retrieval with generative models.
- Optimize AI models for performance, scalability, and accuracy using core algorithms (regression, KNN, SVM, etc.).
- Open-Source LLM Development :
- Develop and fine-tune open-source LLMs to cater to domain-specific needs.
- Deploy open-source LLMs effectively in production environments, ensuring scalability and low latency.
- Explore and implement open-source tools and frameworks like Hugging Face, LangChain, and Transformer libraries.
- Integration & Architecture :
- Integrate AI solutions with Vector / Graph db for advanced data relationships and queries.
- Implement and manage MLOps / LLMOps pipelines for efficient deployment, monitoring, and scaling of AI models.
- Leadership :
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering innovation and skill development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, data engineering, and software development, to align AI strategies with business goals.
- Infrastructure :
- Leverage cloud AI platforms (AWS SageMaker, Google Vertex AI, Azure AI) for scalable solutions.
- Adopt open-source frameworks and tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face) for experimentation and development.
- Best Practices :
- Establish robust practices for coding, testing, and documenting AI solutions.
- Stay at the forefront of AI research and emerging trends like AGENTIC AI, RAG, and open-source LLM development.
Requirements
Experience
5+ years of experience in AI / ML, with at least 2 years in a technical lead role.Proven expertise in designing and deploying AI solutions in production environments.Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).Hands-on experience with tools like Hugging Face, OpenAI API, and Google AI tools.In-depth understanding of core ML algorithms (regression, KNN, clustering, etc.) and deep learning models .Familiarity with open-source LLM development and deploymentExperience with RAG architectures , Graph Databases , and LLMOps practices.Expertise in CI / CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud AI platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).Domain Knowledge
Familiarity with EdTech standards (LTI, xAPI, QTI) and adaptive learning systems is a strong plus.Soft Skills
Exceptional leadership and team mentoring abilities.Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders.Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related fields.Why Join Us :
Opportunity to lead AI initiatives that shape the future of education technology.Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with a focus on innovation.Engage with impactful projects and cutting-edge AI technologies.Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.