Lead Engineer - AI services

NTT Limited; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA is a leading technology services provider seeking a Software Development Engineer to design, develop, and test software systems including cloud-based tools. You will work in a microservices environment, across APIs and ML/AI workloads, leveraging Python/Java/C#/Node.js and modern data stores.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to automated testing, and help deploy scalable solutions for diverse clients while continuously improving code quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals preferred.
• Relevant agile certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops solutions and functionality that drives the growth of business.
• Accountable for writing and testing code.
• Accountable for execution of automated testing.
• Contributes to software deployment.
• Works across multiple teams to deliver software components while collaborating with the product team.
• Contributes to the integration and building of solutions through automation and coding, using 3rd party software.
• Creates, crafts and debugs large scale distributed systems.
• Maintains technical program documentation and operational procedures.
• Accountable for refactoring code and code reviews.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Programming languages

ML/AI algorithms

Microservices

REST APIs

SQL / NoSQL

CI/CD

Data structures & algorithms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Elasticsearch

MongoDB

Cassandra

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA The Software Development Engineer is a seasoned subject matter expert, tasked with participating in designing, developing, and testing software systems, modules, or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.

This role is accountable for participating in detailed design for certain modules/sub-systems, doing prototype for multi-vendor infrastructure, and showcasing it internally or externally to clients.

This role designs and develops functionality in a micro-services environment working with APIs, telemetry data, and running ML/AI algorithms on it, working with both structured and unstructured data.

Key responsibilities:

• Designs and develops solutions and functionality that drives the growth of business.
• Accountable for writing and testing code.
• Accountable for execution of automated testing.
• Contributes to software deployment.
• Works across multiple teams to deliver software components while working in collaboration with the product team.
• Contributes to the integration and building of solutions through automation and coding, using 3rd party software.
• Creates, crafts and debugs large scale distributed systems.
• Contributes to writing, updating and maintaining the technical program, end-user documentation, and operational procedures.
• Accountable for refactoring code.
• Works across multiple teams to review code written by other developers.
• Performs any other related task as required.

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Excellent understanding of cloud architecture and services in multiple public clouds like AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Office 365.
• Subject matter expert in programming languages such as C/C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Node.js, libraries and frameworks.
• Seasoned expertise of data structures, algorithms, and software design with strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Seasoned knowledge of micro services-based software architecture and experience with API product development.
• Seasoned expertise in SQL and no-SQL data stores including Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Cassandra.
• Seasoned understanding of container run time (Kubernetes, Docker, LXC/LXD).
• Seasoned proficiency with agile, lean practices and believes in test-driven development.
• Possess a can-do attitude and one that takes initiative.
• Excellent ability to work well in a diverse team with different backgrounds and experience levels.
• Excellent ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Seasoned proficiency with CI/CD concepts and tools.
• Seasoned proficiency with cloud-based infrastructure and deployments.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals preferred.
• Relevant agile certifications preferred.

Required experience:

• Seasoned experience working with geo-distributed teams through innovation, bootstrapping, pilot, and production phases with multiple stakeholders to the highest levels of quality and performance.
• Seasoned experience with tools across full software delivery lifecycle, for example, IDE, source control, CI, test, mocking, work tracking, defect management.
• Seasoned experience in Agile and Lean methodologies, Continuous Delivery / DevOps, Analytics / data-driven processes.
• Seasoned proficiency in working with large data sets and ability to apply proper ML/AI algorithms.
• Seasoned experience in developing micro-services and RESTful APIs.
• Seasoned experience in software development.

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.

Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us.

Is innovation part of your DNA? Do you want to enable a connected future for people, organizations, and society? Join our growing global NTT family and you’ll be part of the world’s largest ICT company (by revenue). We’ve combined the capabilities of 28 remarkable companies to become one, leading technology services provider. Together, we help our people, clients, and communities do great things with technology to create a more secure and connected future. We employ 40,000 people across 57 countries. By bringing together the world’s best technology companies and emerging innovators, we work together to deliver sustainable outcomes to businesses and the world. Innovation is part of our DNA. We believe it’s key to what makes us different. So, we strive to move forward, challenge the status quo, and drive excellence through the technologies we integrate and the services we deliver around the world. The result is connected cities, connected factories, connected healthcare, connected agriculture, connected conservation, connected mobility, and connected sport. Together we enable the connected future. You’ll be joining a global employer that is committed to attracting, growing and keeping the best talent. A place where you will be at the heart of our success!