Lead Software Engineer (Agentic AI)

ThoughtFocus; Ernakulam, Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ThoughtFocus is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for Agentic AI and strong programming across Python, Java, C#, or C++. The role emphasizes system design, OOP, REST API development, and scalable AI-driven applications.

You will design AI agent-based workflows, build backend services, apply design patterns, and integrate LLMs. Docker experience and cloud exposure (AWS/Azure/GCP) are valuable. Language-agnostic approach and quick learning are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python/Java/C#/C++ with strong programming fundamentals.
• Solid understanding of OOP and design patterns.
• Experience building REST APIs and AI-enabled applications.
• Hands-on experience with AI agent/LangChain and LLM integration.
• Familiarity with Docker and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to multi-language environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI agent-based systems and workflows.
• Build scalable backend services and REST APIs.
• Apply OOP principles and design patterns in production systems.
• Integrate LLMs and AI capabilities into applications.
• Containerize applications using Docker and support deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to architecture decisions.

Skills

Python

Java

C#

C++

OOP

Design Patterns

REST APIs

AI Agent/LLM

LangChain

LangGraph

RAG systems

AI-assisted coding

Cloud platforms

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

Lead Software Engineer (Agentic AI & Strong Programming)

Role Overview

We are looking for an AI Engineer with strong programming fundamentals and hands-on experience in Agentic AI development. The ideal candidate should be language-agnostic and capable of working across multiple technologies, with expertise in any of the following programming languages: Python, Java, C#, or C++.

This role requires solid experience in system design, OOP principles, REST API development, and building scalable AI-driven applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI agent-based systems and workflows
• Build scalable backend services and REST APIs
• Apply OOP principles and design patterns in production systems
• Integrate LLMs and AI capabilities into applications
• Solve complex technical problems
• Work across multiple programming languages when required
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Containerize applications using Docker and support deployments
• Contribute to architecture and technical design decisions

Required Skills (Must Have)

• Strong programming skills in any of the following: Python, Java, C#, or C++
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Good knowledge of Design Patterns
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Hands-on experience building REST APIs
• Experience with AI Agent / LLM-based development
• Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, or similar AI agent frameworks
• Experience building RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems
• Experience with AI-assisted coding / coding with AI tools
• Ability to effectively leverage AI tools for development productivity
• Exposure to Cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP)
• Experience with Docker
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly

Preferred (Good to Have)

• Understanding of Data Structures & Algorithms
• Kubernetes exposure
• Microservices architecture experience
• Experience building scalable distributed systems
• CI/CD pipeline experience

Ideal Candidate

• Strong in engineering fundamentals
• Language-agnostic developer
• Comfortable working on new technologies
• Eager to learn and adapt quickly
• Strong analytical and logical thinking
• Can contribute to architecture discussions