Lead Engineer - AI services

NTT Ltd.; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in Chennai is seeking a seasoned Software Development Engineer to design, develop and test software systems, including cloud-based tools and ML/AI workflows. You’ll work in a micro-services environment, building RESTful APIs, and collaborating across product teams to deliver scalable solutions.

You’ll apply CI/CD practices, work with cloud services (AWS/GCP/Azure), and contribute to multi-vendor integration. Hybrid working arrangements support a flexible, fast-paced tech culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Azure Fundamentals preferred.
• Relevant agile certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops scalable software components in a micro-services environment.
• Writes and tests code and executes automated tests.
• Contributes to deployment and integration of solutions.
• Collaborates with product and other teams to deliver software components.

Skills

Cloud architecture

C/C++

Java

Python

REST APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Kubernetes

SQL/NoSQL

Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Azure Fundamentals

Agile certifications

Tools

Docker

Git

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

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.