Senior AI Engineer

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

Website: www.academian.com

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.