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Position: Senior AI Engineer
Experience Required: 4+ Years
Company: Academian (EdTech Domain)
Work Location: Pune
Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior AI Engineer to spearhead the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong foundations in AI algorithms, hands-on expertise with machine learning and deep learning frameworks, and a forward-thinking approach to leveraging emerging AI technologies like Agentic AI, RAG, LangGraph, LangChain, Graph Databases, and open-source LLMs.

This role involves designing and implementing advanced AI capabilities, building real-time data pipelines, integrating with modern cloud AI platforms, and mentoring junior engineers to deliver scalable, efficient, and impactful AI products aligned with the EdTech domain.

Key Responsibilities
  • AI Model Development:
    • Design, train, and deploy AI models for diverse use cases in Computer Vision, NLP, and Generative AI.
    • Fine-tune and deploy open-source large language models (LLMs) and private models for EdTech applications.
    • Implement RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems combining retrieval with generative models.
    • Leverage LangGraph and LangChain for orchestration, multi-step workflows, and stateful agent design.
  • Data Engineering & Integration:
    • Develop and integrate real-time data pipelines and event-driven architectures using Kafka, Spark, or PySpark.
    • Build secure, scalable, and cloud-native AI solutions using AWS Bedrock, SageMaker, Google Vertex AI, Azure ML (AML), Azure AKS, and related services.
    • Implement MLOps/LLMOps pipelines for efficient deployment, monitoring, and scaling of AI models.
  • AI Infrastructure & Tools:
    • Work with modern AI toolkits and frameworks such as Hugging Face Transformers, MLflow, and Databricks.
    • Develop prompt engineering strategies and optimize LLMs for improved accuracy and relevance.
    • Contribute to internal AI frameworks and toolkits for accelerated adoption across teams.
  • Leadership:
    • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering innovation and skill development.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align AI strategies with business goals.
    • Promote best practices in coding, testing, documentation, and model lifecycle management.

Requirements
  • Experience:
    • 3+ years in AI/ML system development and deployment in production environments.
    • Proven track record of designing AI systems in cloud environments and working with data-intensive pipelines.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Strong Python proficiency (async programming, multi-step workflows).
    • Expertise in machine learning and deep learning frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn.
    • Proficiency with tools like Hugging Face, LangChain, LangGraph, OpenAI API, and Bedrock API.
    • Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT workflows, data transformations, and SQL (data modeling, normalization, optimization).
    • Knowledge of RAG architectures, Graph Databases, and MCP (Model Context Protocol).
    • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud AI platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
  • Domain Knowledge:
    • Understanding of EdTech standards like LTI, xAPI, QTI, and SCORM.
    • Familiarity with adaptive learning systems and educational content pipelines.
    • Knowledge of workflows in K-12, higher education, and corporate learning environments is a strong plus.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Exceptional leadership and team mentoring abilities.
    • Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related fields.

Why Join Us
  • Opportunity to lead AI initiatives that shape the future of education technology.
  • Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with a focus on innovation.
  • Engage with impactful projects and cutting-edge AI technologies.
  • Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Employee Benefits
  • Health Insurance: Employee + Spouse + Two Children + Parents
  • GPA Coverage for Employee
  • Hybrid Work Model
  • Compliance: PF and Gratuity

About Academian

Academian is a carve-out of an existing 22-year IT company – Intraedge Inc (www.intraedge.com)
Academian is a service, product, and learning development company in the education domain with a current headcount of 500+ team members. We are rapidly becoming a leading force in the education technology space.

We specialize in delivering innovative services, products, and learning development solutions tailored for the education sector. Our expertise spans across K-12, higher education, professional institutions, publishers, online program managers (OPMs), and corporate learning environments.

At Academian, we combine deep industry knowledge with a product-oriented design approach, enabling us to craft high-impact learning experiences and technology solutions. From content development and media production to strategic staffing and custom software development, we support every phase of the educational lifecycle.

Our Specialties Include:
• EdTech Solutions: LMS, CMS, Custom Software, Cloud Architecture
• Digital Learning: Content Design, Learning Experience Design, Accessibility, Media Development
• Education Services: K-12, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Publishing & Prepress
• Strategic Services: Product Management, Strategic Consulting, Technology & Digital Transformation, Staffing.

We’re passionate about shaping the future of learning—and we’re looking for talented, mission-driven individuals to grow with us. Join our team and be part of building meaningful solutions that make a real impact in education.

We deliver innovative EdTech solutions and craft custom eLearning experiences. Drive digital transformation
with our advanced technology & DEIB commitment.

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