AI Lead Developer

AI Lead Developer
Location: Pune, Hybrid
Experience: 8+ Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced AI Lead Developer to lead the end-to-end development of AI/ML solutions, from architecture and development to deployment. The candidate will work closely with international clients and global teams, lead AI development teams, create and demonstrate AI/ML Proof of Concepts (POCs), and deliver scalable AI solutions aligned with business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead AI/ML projects from conceptualization and architecture to implementation and deployment.
Lead the creation and development of AI/ML POCs based on business and client requirements.
Translate business requirements into AI solution concepts, prototypes, and Proof of Concepts to validate technical feasibility and business value.
Design and develop scalable and robust AI/ML models and systems.
Develop AI/ML prototypes and POCs using technologies such as Python, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NLP, Computer Vision, TensorFlow, and PyTorch.
Present POC architecture, approach, outcomes, and recommendations to international clients and stakeholders.
Evaluate POC results and identify opportunities to scale successful POCs into production-ready AI solutions.
Work with international clients and global teams to understand business requirements and provide effective AI solutions.
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to the AI development team.
Collaborate with Data Engineering, Product Management, and Business teams.
Ensure code quality, documentation, security, compliance, and timely project delivery.
Prepare technical proposals, presentations, POC demonstrations, and project reports for clients and stakeholders.
Stay updated with the latest AI technologies and identify opportunities for innovation.
Mandatory Skills and Keywords
8+ years of experience in AI/ML Development
Strong experience in AI/ML Project Delivery from Scratch to Deployment
Hands-on experience in AI/ML POC Creation and Development
Experience in Proof of Concept (POC) Development and AI Prototyping
Experience converting Business Requirements into AI/ML Solutions and POCs
Experience in POC-to-Production / Productionization of AI Solutions
Strong hands-on experience in Python
Strong knowledge of Machine Learning (ML)
Experience in Deep Learning
Experience in NLP / Natural Language Processing
Experience in Computer Vision or related AI technologies
Hands-on experience with TensorFlow / PyTorch
Strong understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA)
Strong understanding of Scalable System Design
Experience in AI Architecture and Solution Design
Experience in Technical Leadership and Team Mentoring
Experience working with International Clients and Global Teams
Experience in Client-Facing AI Solutioning and POC Presentations
Strong Client-Facing Communication
Excellent Communication, Presentation, and Stakeholder Management skills
Preferred Profile
Candidates should have a strong combination of AI/ML development, Python programming, AI solution architecture, POC development, project delivery, and technical leadership experience. Candidates with hands-on experience in taking AI/ML POCs from ideation and prototyping through validation and production deployment, along with strong international client-facing experience, will be relevant for this role.

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