EIP - Team Lead – Python & AI/ML

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Team Lead – Python & AI/ML to drive the development of scalable systems and intelligent solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Python, system design, and artificial intelligence/machine learning, along with proven leadership experience. This role involves leading a development team, designing robust architectures, building AI-powered applications, and delivering high-impact automation and data-driven solutions aligned with business objectives.

AI/ML and Intelligent Systems

Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML models and pipelines for real-world business applications. Build and integrate LLM-based solutions such as chatbots, knowledge assistants, and internal tools. Work with natural language processing, embeddings, vector databases, and retrieval-based systems. Evaluate and continuously improve model performance, accuracy, and scalability.

System Design and Development

Architect and build scalable, secure, and maintainable backend systems using Python. Design APIs and microservices for AI-driven applications. Ensure high performance, reliability, and system scalability.

Automation and Internal Tools

Develop automation solutions for business workflows and processes. Build internal tools and platforms to improve operational efficiency. Identify opportunities for optimization through automation and AI.

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Python and AI/ML developers. Conduct code reviews and enforce engineering best practices. Manage project timelines, priorities, and deliverables. Foster a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with product, business, and DevOps teams to define and deliver solutions. Translate business requirements into technical implementations. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

MLOps and Deployment

Deploy, monitor, and maintain ML models in production environments. Implement CI/CD pipelines and manage the model lifecycle. Work with containerization and orchestration tools to enable scalable deployments.

Technical Skills

5–8+ years of experience in Python development. Strong understanding of system design and backend architecture principles. Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn. Experience with LLMs and generative AI tools. Familiarity with vector databases such as FAISS, Pinecone, or Weaviate. Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases and ORM frameworks. Experience with automation tools such as Airflow, Celery, or similar. Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.

Leadership Skills

Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. Strong ownership and decision-making capabilities.

Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills

Strong analytical and debugging capabilities. Ability to design and implement scalable solutions from first principles.

Communication Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Experience building AI-driven internal tools or copilots. Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG). Exposure to model fine-tuning or advanced prompt engineering. Experience in product-based environments.