Lead Ai/ml Engineer Job in Synechron
Lead Ai/ml Engineer
- Bengaluru, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka
- Not Disclosed
- Full-time
Position Title: Lead AI/ML Engineer
Location: Bengaluru Bellandur (GTP)
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a seasoned Lead AI/ML Engineer to lead cutting-edge initiatives in artificial intelligence and machine learning. This role requires deep technical expertise in AI/ML, including deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and generative AI, combined with strong leadership skills to manage teams and drive innovation. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions and play a key role in shaping the company s AI-driven digital transformation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end development of AI/ML solutions across use cases involving machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, NLP, and generative AI.
- Design and implement scalable models and algorithms, ensuring performance, accuracy, and interpretability.
- Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and business stakeholders to align AI/ML initiatives with strategic objectives.
- Mentor and guide data scientists and ML engineers to elevate technical quality and delivery standards.
- Continuously evaluate emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance team capabilities.
- Contribute to innovation strategy by identifying new business opportunities driven by AI/ML.
- Ensure data and model governance, ethical AI practices, and responsible deployment of AI solutions.
Required Skills & Tools
Core Competencies:
- Strong hands-on experience in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and generative AI.
- Expertise in Python (primary), with additional knowledge of R, SQL, Java, or C++.
- Deep understanding of statistics, linear algebra, probability, and algorithm design.
Frameworks & Tools:
- TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, OpenCV, Hugging Face, spaCy, Scikit-learn, etc.
- Data processing tools like Pandas, NumPy, and Spark.
- Version control and CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, MLflow, Docker, Airflow).
Methodologies:
- Proficient in Agile development and model lifecycle management.
- Experience with productionizing AI models and deploying them on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Experience
- 8 12 years of experience in AI/ML, Data Science, or related domains.
- Minimum 8+ years in a leadership or technical lead role driving successful AI/ML initiatives.
- Proven record of delivering high-impact AI/ML projects at scale.
- Experience mentoring and managing AI/ML teams in collaborative, cross-functional environments.
Day-to-Day Activities
- Direct and oversee AI/ML model development, validation, deployment, and monitoring.
- Review project designs, provide technical oversight, and conduct code/model reviews.
- Drive research and experimentation to apply novel AI methods to solve real-world problems.
- Support proposal development and client engagements with AI/ML subject matter expertise.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and data-driven thinking.
Qualifications
- Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., TensorFlow, AWS Machine Learning, Azure AI Engineer) are a plus.
Soft Skills
- Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strategic thinking with a passion for innovation and emerging technologies.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and lead through ambiguity.
Diversity & Inclusion at Synechron
Synechron is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Through our Same Difference DEI initiative, we celebrate unique backgrounds and perspectives while fostering a respectful, empowering environment. We welcome applications from candidates of all identities and provide support through mentoring, internal mobility, and flexible work arrangements.
Qualification : Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
