AI ML Lead Engineer

Actalent; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive product analytics and AI/ML initiatives with hands-on execution and strong leadership. You will design intelligent systems, implement RAG pipelines, and mentor engineering teams to deliver scalable cloud-native solutions.

The role emphasizes Agentic AI, GenAI frameworks, and cross-functional collaboration to embed AI into enterprise processes. A minimum 7–12 years of experience in AI/ML is required.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of experience in advanced AI/ML tech, automation, and cloud-native solutions.
• Hands‑on technologist with leadership skills and mentoring experience.
• Experience with microservice architectures and enterprise-grade deployments.
• Exposure to MLOps and tool-calling mechanisms in GenAI contexts.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy intelligent AI systems and workflows.
• Implement RAG pipelines for enterprise knowledge systems.
• Architect and optimize automation across business processes.
• Build Python-based apps integrated with microservices.
• Lead teams and guide AI adoption across projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align tech with business goals.

Skills

Agentic AI

GenAI frameworks

Prompt Engineering

Cloud deployments

RAG architectures

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

LangChain

LlamaIndex

AWS

Azure

GCP

CI/CD

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title: Lead Engineer – Product Analytics & AI/ML

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Engineer with 7 to 12 years of expertise in advanced AI/ML technologies, automation frameworks, and cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on technologist with strong leadership skills, capable of designing, implementing, and mentoring teams on cutting‑edge AI‑driven workflows and microservice architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy intelligent systems using Agentic AI and Generative AI frameworks.
• Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines for enterprise‑grade knowledge systems.
• Architect and optimize workflow automation across diverse business processes.
• Build scalable applications using Python and integrate them with Microservices.
• Implement Model Context Protocol and advanced Tool Calling mechanisms.
• Ensure seamless cloud‑based AI deployments across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Drive microservice integration strategies for modular, resilient architectures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to embed AI into existing enterprise systems.
• Lead technical teams, providing mentorship and guidance on AI adoption.
• Foster a culture of innovation, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.

Essential Skills

• Strong proficiency in Agentic AI and GenAI frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, etc.).
• Expertise in Prompt Engineering and RAG architectures.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud‑based AI deployments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven ability in microservice integration and distributed systems.
• Experience with Model Context Protocol and Tool Calling.
• Familiarity with workflow automation platforms and orchestration tools.
• Demonstrated success in team leadership and technical mentoring.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications in GCP (e.g., Professional Machine Learning Engineer, Data Engineer).
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Exposure to MLOps and CI/CD pipelines for ML models.
• Experience working in a product‑led company.

Work Environment

The position involves working in a dynamic and innovative environment, utilizing advanced AI technologies and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. The role requires collaboration with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to drive AI integration and advancement within enterprise systems. The work environment supports a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and improvement, with an emphasis on teamwork and technical excellence.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.