Engineering Manager

Polluxa, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AI71 is seeking a visionary Manager, Engineering to lead cutting-edge AI and ML squads, aligning backend and frontend development with scalable AI deployments. You will drive the implementation of next-generation AI and LLM technologies and guide teams through complex projects.

The role requires 7+ years in AI/ML/Software engineering, 3+ years in leadership, and strong Python with PyTorch/TensorFlow expertise. Excellence in communication and a passion for responsible AI are essential.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in AI/ML/Software engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record delivering complex AI projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers across front-end, back-end and ML.
• Drive development of AI/LLM-based solutions on customer tech stacks.
• Define and implement best practices for AI model development and deployment.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets.

Skills

AI/ML/Software engineering

Team leadership

Python programming

ML frameworks

Distributed computing

Communication

Publications or patents in AI/ML

Education

MS or PhD in CS/ML or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Langgraph / Transformer models

Job description

About AI71

AI71 is an industry leader in artificial intelligence, delivering innovative solutions that empower developers, businesses and governments to solve complex challenges.

AI71 builds secure, enterprise-ready applications powered by cutting-edge technology—tailored for knowledge workers and sector-specific needs.

AI71 bridges the gap between advanced AI and real-world impact.

Guided by a strong commitment to research and responsibility, we create transformative solutions that drive progress and empower communities.

The Role

We are seeking a visionary Manager, Engineering to lead our cutting-edge engineering squads developing cutting edge AI solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of machine learning, natural language processing, LLM, Agentic AI along with experience in deploying such scalable solutions, with a good understanding of backend and front-end technologies.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of highly skilled engineers including front-end, back-end and ML engineers
• Drive the development of solutions leveraging next-generation AI and LLM technologies
• Collaborate with customers to deploy these solutions onto their tech stack and lead tech discussions with them.
• Define and implement best practices for AI model development and deployment
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively
• Stay abreast of the latest AI research, engineering practices and industry trends
• Contribute to the company's AI strategy and roadmap
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and ethical AI development

What You'll Bring

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in AI/ML/Software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex AI projects
• Deep expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing
• Hands-on experience with LLM architectures and Agentic AI Orchestrator (e.g., Transformer-based models, Langgraph)
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
• Experience with large-scale distributed computing and ML infrastructure
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Track record of publications or patents in AI/ML is a plus