AI Transformation Leader

Aligned Automation; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Aligned Automation Services Pvt Ltd in Pune is seeking an experienced AI/ML Lead with 8-12 years to design, develop, and deploy advanced AI/ML solutions. The role requires strong expertise in predictive analytics, Generative AI, MLOps, and cloud-based AI architectures to drive measurable business impact.

The candidate will lead AI strategy, define deployment approaches across cloud platforms, mentor data scientists, and partner with executives to deliver scalable, ROI-driven AI initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, or related domains.
• Strong expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, and Generative AI.
• Hands-on experience with Python and AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, LangChain, and Hugging Face.
• Experience with LLMs, RAG architectures, AI Agents, and prompt engineering.
• Strong understanding of MLOps tools and practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement machine learning, predictive analytics, and Generative AI solutions to solve complex business problems.
• Lead the development of scalable AI/ML models from ideation to production deployment.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and best practices.
• Define AI/ML architecture and deployment strategies across cloud environments.
• Establish MLOps best practices for model development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and governance.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance optimization of AI systems in production.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify high-impact AI use cases.
• Translate business objectives into AI-driven solutions with measurable ROI.
• Prioritize AI initiatives based on business value, feasibility, and strategic importance.
• Establish governance frameworks for AI model lifecycle management.
• Communicate complex AI concepts and recommendations to executive audiences.
• Partner with business leaders, product teams, and engineering teams to drive AI adoption.
• Provide regular updates on AI initiatives, risks, and business outcomes.
• Mentor and guide Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and Data Analysts.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the AI team.
• Support hiring, capability building, and technical growth of team members.
• Evaluate and prioritize AI/ML projects based on strategic alignment and expected business impact.
• Drive end-to-end execution while ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Identify and eliminate low-value initiatives early to maximize resource utilization.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Generative AI

MLOps

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Python

Education

Master's degree in CS/AI/Data Science

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

LangChain

Hugging Face

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Aligned Automation Services Pvt Ltd | Full time

At Aligned Automation, we live by our"Better Together"philosophy to build a better world. As a strategic service provider to Fortune 500 companies, we help digitize enterprise operations and drive impactful business strategies. Our purpose goes beyond projects—we strive to deliver meaningful, sustainable change that shapes a more optimistic and equitable future.

Our culture is deeply rooted in our4Cs—Care,Courage,Curiosity, andCollaboration—ensuring that each employee is empowered to grow, innovate, and thrive in an inclusive workplace.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced AI/ML Lead with 8-12 years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in predictive analytics, Generative AI, MLOps, cloud-based AI architectures, and stakeholder management. This role requires a blend of technical leadership, business acumen, and team mentoring capabilities to drive AI initiatives that deliver measurable business impact.

Key Responsibilities

AI & Machine Learning Strategy

• Design and implement machine learning, predictive analytics, and Generative AI solutions to solve complex business problems.
• Lead the development of scalable AI/ML models from ideation to production deployment.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and best practices.
• Define AI/ML architecture and deployment strategies across cloud environments.
• Establish MLOps best practices for model development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and governance.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance optimization of AI systems in production.

Business Alignment & Value Creation

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify high-impact AI use cases.
• Translate business objectives into AI-driven solutions with measurable ROI.
• Prioritize AI initiatives based on business value, feasibility, and strategic importance.

Data Governance & Ethical AI

• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and security standards.
• Implement responsible AI practices to address fairness, transparency, and algorithmic bias.
• Establish governance frameworks for AI model lifecycle management.

Stakeholder & Leadership Management

• Communicate complex AI concepts and technical recommendations to executive and non-technical audiences.
• Partner with business leaders, product teams, and engineering teams to drive successful AI adoption.
• Provide regular updates on AI initiatives, risks, and business outcomes.
• Mentor and guide Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and Data Analysts.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the AI team.
• Support hiring, capability building, and technical growth of team members.
• Evaluate and prioritize AI/ML projects based on strategic alignment and expected business impact.
• Drive end-to-end execution while ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Identify and eliminate low-value initiatives early to maximize resource utilization.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• 8-12 years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, or related domains.
• Strong expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, and Generative AI.
• Hands-on experience with Python and AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, LangChain, and Hugging Face.
• Experience with LLMs, RAG architectures, AI Agents, and prompt engineering.
• Strong understanding of MLOps tools and practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Knowledge of model monitoring, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).

Leadership & Business Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Proven ability to align AI initiatives with business goals and ROI objectives.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple AI programs simultaneously.
• Ability to mentor and develop high-performing AI teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Responsible AI and AI Governance frameworks.
• Relevant certifications in AI/ML, Cloud, or Data Science.
• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.