Delivery Lead – AI/ML & Enterprise Software

Work Force Nexus; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing fintech organization is seeking a Delivery Lead for AI/ML and Enterprise Software in Pune. The ideal candidate will own end-to-end delivery of AI-driven products, driving execution across multiple technology streams such as Java and Python. This role requires a strong technical foundation with 12-18 years in software delivery, proven leadership skills, and experience in overseeing complex implementations. Join a team at the forefront of fintech innovation and take ownership of mission-critical projects.

Qualifications

• 12–18 years of experience in software delivery, product engineering, or enterprise technology programs.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale product or platform deliveries.
• Strong background in product-based or AI-driven technology organizations.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of AI-driven products and enterprise implementations.
• Drive execution across multiple technology streams including Java, Angular, Python, AI/ML.
• Lead client delivery planning, milestone reviews, and escalation management.

Skills

Core Java

Microservices-based architectures

SQL/RDBMS

CI/CD and DevOps tools

Automated testing frameworks

AI/ML systems integration

Agile environments

Cloud-native deployments

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science / Engineering from IITs or equivalent

PhD from a recognized top-tier institution

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Delivery Lead – AI/ML & Enterprise Software

We are a fast-growing, Series A–funded AI‑driven fintech organization building next‑generation platforms for global banking, financial services, and asset management firms. Our solutions leverage advanced AI, machine learning, and large language models to solve complex, real‑world financial challenges at scale.

Base pay range

Job role: Delivery Lead – AI Products & Enterprise Platforms
Location: Pune, Maharashtra (on‑site)
Experience: 12–18 years
Employment Type: Full‑Time
Salary Range: 35 – 45 LPA

Role Overview

The Delivery Lead will own end‑to‑end delivery of AI‑based product and enterprise implementations, ensuring scalability, quality, and predictable execution across multiple technology streams. This senior leadership role requires a strong technical background, hands‑on architectural understanding, and proven experience delivering complex, high‑impact products in global environments.

Experience Required

• 12–18 years of experience in software delivery, product engineering, or enterprise technology programs
• Proven track record of leading large‑scale product or platform deliveries
• Experience managing multi‑technology delivery teams in global or enterprise environments
• Strong background in product‑based or AI‑driven technology organizations
• Career progression with a strong technical foundation, moving from development roles to senior leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end delivery of AI‑driven products and enterprise implementations
• Define and implement delivery frameworks, governance models, and best practices
• Drive execution across multiple technology streams including Java, Angular, Python, AI/ML, and QA automation
• Partner with Product Management, Engineering, and Data Science teams to align delivery with product vision
• Oversee architecture reviews, technical design validation, and adherence to engineering standards
• Ensure adoption of microservices‑based, modular, and scalable system architectures
• Manage CI/CD pipelines, release automation, and code quality processes
• Ensure strong testing and quality assurance practices across the delivery lifecycle
• Enable seamless integration of AI/ML and LLM components into enterprise‑grade platforms
• Track and improve delivery metrics such as velocity, quality, risk, and utilization
• Proactively identify and mitigate delivery risks
• Lead client delivery planning, milestone reviews, and escalation management
• Mentor Technical Leads and Delivery Managers to build long‑term delivery maturity

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Core Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, REST APIs
• Microservices‑based architectures
• SQL/RDBMS (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL) and ORM frameworks (Hibernate, JPA)
• CI/CD and DevOps tools: Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle, SonarQube
• Software design patterns, system design, and scalable architectures
• Automated testing frameworks: JUnit, Mockito, Selenium, TestNG
• AI/ML systems integration (Python‑based ML or LLM components)
• Performance engineering, fault‑tolerant systems, distributed architectures
• Agile environments with JIRA and Confluence
• Cloud‑native deployments (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/Azure/GCP)

Educational & Background Requirements (Mandatory)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science / Engineering from IITs or equivalent premier institutes
• OR PhD from a recognized top‑tier institution
• Significant experience in AI‑led or deep‑tech product companies, forming a major portion of the candidate’s career
• Strong technical career foundation with hands‑on development exposure before moving into leadership roles, and clear product development experience

What We’re Looking For

• A technology‑first delivery leader, not a purely managerial profile
• Strong ability to balance technical depth, execution excellence, and client engagement
• Experience delivering scalable, high‑performance products in regulated or complex domains
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Comfort working with global clients and distributed teams

Why This Role?

• Lead delivery for mission‑critical AI products used by global financial institutions
• Work at the intersection of Java, AI/ML, and fintech innovation
• High‑ownership role with visibility across product, technology, and client leadership
• Opportunity to build and scale world‑class delivery practices in a fast‑growing organization
• Collaborate with senior engineers, data scientists, and product leaders on cutting‑edge technology