Sr Lead Architect - AI ML

Birlasoft; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Birlasoft in Pune seeks a Director - Data Science / AI & ML Practice Lead to guide the vision and execution of our data-driven initiatives for clients. You will lead a diverse team of data scientists, engineers, and AI specialists, shaping solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes.

You will partner with clients to understand objectives, drive pre-sales efforts, and contribute to thought leadership and go-to-market activities.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required in a relevant technical field.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder-management capabilities.
• Proven track record in delivering data-driven AI/ML solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a strategic roadmap for the Data Science/AI-ML practice.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team of data scientists and engineers.
• Engage with clients to design and deliver tailored AI solutions.
• Oversee solution development and architectural alignment with client needs.
• Drive thought leadership and contribute to go-to-market initiatives.
• Support pre-sales with technical proposals and demonstrations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale AI capabilities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client engagement

Team management

AI/ML expertise

Data-driven decision making

Education

Ph.D. or Master's in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field

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Location: INDIA - PUNE - BIRLASOFT OFFICE - HINJAWADI

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Area(s) of responsibility

Director - Data science / AI & ML Practice Lead

As the Data Science and AI/ML Practice Leader, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation and implementing cutting-edge data science and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) solutions for our clients. You will lead a team of skilled professionals, collaborating with clients to understand their unique challenges and delivering tailored solutions that leverage data-driven insights to drive business transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for the data science and AI/ML practice, aligning with the firm's overall objectives and market trends.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation, leveraging data science and AI/ML to solve complex business problems and create value for Birlasoft clients.
• 2. Client Engagement:
  • Engage with clients to understand their business objectives, challenges, and opportunities, and collaborate with them to design and deliver customized data science and AI/ML solutions.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor, providing expertise on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and innovative approaches to leveraging data for competitive advantage.
• 3. Team Management:
  • Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, machine learning engineers, data engineers, and AI specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Provide guidance on project scoping, resource allocation, and technical direction, ensuring successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
• 4. Solution Development:
  • Oversee the design, development, and implementation of data science and AI/ML solutions, ensuring alignment with client requirements, industry standards, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science and AI/ML capabilities into existing systems and workflows, maximizing impact and value for clients.
• 5. Thought Leadership and Innovation:
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data science and AI/ML, and drive innovation through research, experimentation, and knowledge sharing.
  • Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, such as whitepapers, blogs, and presentations, showcasing the firm's expertise and thought leadership in data-driven solutions.
• 6. Pre-sales Support:
  • Collaborate closely with the sales team to understand the specific requirements and pain points of our clients, and develop tailored proposals and solutions.
  • Conduct client meetings and presentations to articulate the value proposition of our AI/ML/Gen AI services in addressing the unique challenges faced by the key industry sectors.
  • Work with the sales team to craft responses to RFPs (Request for Proposals) and RFIs (Request for Information) with customized solutions.
• 7. Go-to-Market Strategy:
  • Develop and execute go-to-market strategies specifically targeting the industry verticals, identifying key stakeholders, industry trends, and competitive positioning opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to create targeted collateral, case studies, and thought leadership content highlighting our AI?ML/Gen AI expertise.
  • Actively participate in industry events, conferences, and forums to promote our AI/ML/Gen AI services and establish thought leadership within the sector.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master's) in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.