Senior Software Developer

Octave; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Octave in Hyderabad, India is seeking a Senior Software Developer to drive AI/ML product initiatives and build production-grade AI capabilities across divisions. You will collaborate with ALI and other teams to translate research into scalable solutions, developing pipelines, and deploying models in a cloud/containerized environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of Python development, strong AI/ML background, and hands-on experience with DL models, NLP, and GenAI fundamentals.

Qualifications

• 6 - 9 years of professional experience in IT with at least 5+ years in AI/ML & Data Science
• B.Tech /M.Tech in CSE with specialization in Artificial Intelligence or Data Science
• At least 5 years hands-on software development experience in Python
• At least 5 years’ experience building AI/ML, DL models
• Strong experience of building AI-based products with clear distinction between AI development and AI productization practices
• Proven expertise in building solutions in the areas of predictive modelling, Image/Video analytics, Point Cloud Analytics & NLP using relevant methods like Classical ML, Deep Learning & Reinforcement learning
• Understanding of LLM/Generative AI fundamentals; experience building GenAI-based applications with production-level considerations is desired, RAG pipelines, vector databases, orchestration frameworks such as LangChain/LlamaIndex along with Agentic AI, MCP Servers
• Demonstrated proficiency in multiple programming languages with a strong foundation in a statistical platform such as Python
• Ability to perform Data exploration and Feature engineering using various statistical methods & tools like TSFresh etc
• Experience in building AI models in platforms such as Azure ML, Databricks, Keras, TensorFlow, or Theano
• Proven skills building models using techniques like Transfer learning
• Working knowledge of tuning ML/DL models using various industry tools like Keras Tuner, Ray Tune, Optuna, NNI etc.
• Working knowledge of deploying production ready AI models in a Cloud /Containerized environment
• Working knowledge of frontend technologies (preferably React) to quickly build demo applications
• Demonstrated commitment to learning latest AI/ML, DL technologies and evangelize AI/ML technologies in the organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Work closely with ALI Division in developing core central capabilities for use by the Digital Backbone
• Support divisional business needs in line with roadmap established by Product Management
• Collaborate with internal / external stakeholders to promote growth of Indian region
• Play active role in AI-based software product development of Octave divisions
• Setup and maintain the infrastructure for production AI developments and deployment (training and evaluation pipelines, deployment pipelines)
• Provide punctual consultancy to Octave divisions on AI technologies
• Perform quick feasibility studies and build MVP/POC collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to nurturing AI ecosystem at Octave R&D India and working closely with other AI practitioners from divisions
• Keep abreast of latest AI /ML & DL technologies, conduct productive research relevant to Octave business domain

Skills

AI/ML expertise

Python programming

Communication skills

React knowledge

Research & development

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech in CSE with AI/Data Science

Tools

Azure ML

Databricks

Keras

TensorFlow

Theano

LangChain/LlamaIndex

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work closely with ALI Division in developing core central capabilities for use by the Digital Backbone
• Support divisional business needs in line with roadmap established by Product Management
• Collaborate with internal / external stakeholders to promote growth of Indian region
• Play active role in AI-based software product development of Octave divisions
• Setup and maintain the infrastructure for production AI developments and deployment (training and evaluation pipelines, deployment pipelines)
• Provide punctual consultancy to Octave divisions on AI technologies
• Perform quick feasibility studies and build MVP/POC collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to nurturing AI ecosystem at Octave R&D India and working closely with other AI practitioners from divisions
• Keep abreast of latest AI /ML & DL technologies, conduct productive research relevant to Octave business domain

Experience

Education / Qualifications

• 6 - 9 years of professional experience working in IT industry with experience with at least 5+ years in AI/ML & Data Science
• B.Tech /M.Tech in CSE, with specialization in Artificial Intelligence or Data Science
• At least 5 years hands-on software development experience in Python
• At least 5 years’ experience building AI/ML, DL models
• Strong experience of building AI-based products with clear distinction between AI development and AI productization practices
• Proven expertise in building solutions in the areas of predictive modelling, Image/Video analytics, Point Cloud Analytics & NLP using relevant methods like Classical ML, Deep Learning & Reinforcement learning
• Understanding of LLM/Generative AI fundamentals; experience building GenAI-based applications with production-level considerations is desired, RAG pipelines, vector databases, orchestration frameworks such as LangChain/LlamaIndex along with Agentic AI, MCP Servers
• Demonstrated proficiency in multiple programming languages with a strong foundation in a statistical platform such as Python
• Ability to perform Data exploration and Feature engineering using various statistical methods & tools like TSFresh etc
• Experience in building AI models in platforms such as Azure ML, Databricks, Keras, TensorFlow, or Theano
• Proven skills building models using techniques like Transfer learning
• Working knowledge of tuning ML/DL models using various industry tools like Keras Tuner, Ray Tune, Optuna, NNI etc.
• Working knowledge of deploying production ready AI models in a Cloud /Containerized environment
• Working knowledge of frontend technologies (preferably React) to quickly build demo applications
• Demonstrated commitment to learning latest AI/ML, DL technologies and evangelize AI/ML technologies in the organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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About Octave

Octave provides mission-critical software that empowers organizations to make informed decisions across every stage of the asset lifecycle - Design, Build, Operate and Protect - where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable and failure is not an option.

Turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence, Octave connects expertise, real-world conditions and enterprise-scale insight to improve performance, resilience and incident response where it matters most.

Octave has more than 7,000 employees in 45 countries. Learn more at octave.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Why work for Octave?

All in. Always forward. That's the way we do things around here. We put trust in our people because we believe it's the best way to unleash potential, bring ideas to life, and keep moving ahead. And it's why we're committed to creating an environment that's truly supportive, providing you with the resources you need to support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world.

Everyone is welcome

At Octave, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Here, everyone is welcome. As an inclusive workplace, we don't discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all.

Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You're valued here.

Senior Software Developer

Job Location (Short): Hyderabad, India

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Req Id: 3165