Overview of 66degrees

66degrees is a leading consulting and professional services company specializing in developing AI-focused, data-led solutions leveraging the latest advancements in cloud technology. With our unmatched engineering capabilities and vast industry experience, we help the world's leading brands transform their business challenges into opportunities and shape the future of work.

At 66degrees, we believe in embracing the challenge and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way.

Overview of Role

We are seeking a highly skilled AI/ML Team Lead with a strong technical architecture background to spearhead our India AI/ML practice. This role requires a blend of leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for driving AI/ML adoption across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in architecting and implementing AI/ML solutions, particularly in Gen AI, MLOps, and Conversational AI. Experience as a Senior Architect or Team Lead is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a small team of AI/ML engineers and data scientists.
• Design and implement robust, scalable AI/ML solutions that align with business objectives.
• Oversee the end-to-end execution of AI/ML projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and business stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of learning and development within the team.
• Stay abreast of the latest AI/ML advancements and explore their potential applications.

 

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of AI/ML algorithms, techniques, and frameworks. Proficiency in at least 1-2 of the following areas: Gen AI, MLOps, Conversational AI, Data Science.
• Proven ability to design and implement complex AI/ML architectures.
• Experience in leading and mentoring technical teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML, with at least 2 years in a leadership or architecture role.
• Experience as a Senior Architect or Team Lead. (Nice to Have)
• Experience in building and deploying AI/ML solutions in production environments. (Nice to Have)
• Contributions to open-source AI/ML projects. (Nice to Have)
• Publications in AI/ML conferences or journals. (Nice to Have)

66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.