AI Engineer - India
Job Title : AI Engineer
Location : Hyderabad, India
Years of Experience: 3+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, building and operating production systems
Position Overview
We are seeking a AI Engineer to design, build, and scale high-quality software systems that power our product platforms. This role is ideal for a strong, hands-on engineer with solid backend fundamentals, cloud experience, and growing exposure to AI-driven development.
The ideal candidate has strong experience with Java and AWS, a good understanding of SQL and NoSQL data stores, and an interest or hands-on experience integrating AI or Generative AI capabilities into real-world applications. You will work closely with senior engineers, architects, and product teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that drive customer value.
Key Responsibilities
Software Development & System Design
• Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and modern frameworks.
• Build and operate cloud-native services on AWS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Develop and expose API-first services using REST and GraphQL.
• Contribute to system design discussions and help implement scalable, distributed architectures.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code following engineering best practices.
Data & Platform Engineering
• Design and work with SQL and NoSQL databases to support high-scale application workloads.
• Implement data access patterns with a focus on performance, reliability, and consistency.
• Contribute to event-driven and asynchronous processing where appropriate.
AI-Aware Development
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• Integrate AI or ML capabilities into applications, including LLM-based features or intelligent automation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and architects on AI-enabled system designs.
• Apply best practices for using AI services safely, reliably, and cost-effectively.
Cloud, DevOps & Quality
• Deploy and operate services on AWS using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS).
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure automation.
• Monitor, debug, and optimize production systems.
• Partner with QA, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure quality and compliance.
Collaboration & Growth
• Work closely with Product Managers, UX designers, and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-facing features.
• Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute positively to team culture.
Qualifications and Skills
Required
• 5-8 years of hands-on software engineering experience building production systems.
• Strong experience with Java in backend and service-oriented architectures.
• Hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.).
• Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases in production.
• Experience building RESTful APIs; exposure to GraphQL is a plus.
• Experience with Docker; exposure to Kubernetes (EKS) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a quality-first mindset.
Nice to Have
• Exposure to AI or Generative AI in production systems.
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or AWS CDK).
• Experience working in agile, product-driven environments.
Why Join Us?
• Strong Engineering Culture : Build well-architected, high-quality systems.
• Growth Path : Clear progression toward Staff, Principal, or AI-focused roles.
• Modern Stack : Java, AWS, Kubernetes, SQL/NoSQL, and AI-enabled services.
• Collaboration : Work with talented engineers, product leaders, and designers.
• Core Values : Be part of a company that lives by Shattering Boundaries, Sparking Greatness, and Sharing Success.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Snacks
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program