Senior Engineering Lead – Ml & Platform Systems

We are seeking a seasoned engineering professional to guide the development of advanced software systems and help shape the technical direction of a growing, research-driven organization. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a cross-functional environment, enjoys close collaboration with product and research teams, and is motivated by building reliable, high-quality infrastructure.

Core Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
• 5–8 years of hands-on software engineering experience, including at least two years in a technical leadership or team lead capacity.
• Strong background in project planning and execution—experience with sprint management, roadmapping, and coordinating across multiple teams.
• Proven ability to guide cross-functional engineering groups (backend, frontend, or full stack) delivering complex, multi-layered systems.
• Clear, adaptable communication skills suited for both technical audiences and non-technical stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of API-centric architectures, microservices, and cloud-native ecosystems (AWS or GCP).
• Demonstrated capability to convert research or exploratory work into robust product requirements and scalable engineering designs.
• Practical experience with languages such as Python, Go, or TypeScript, along with familiarity with modern frameworks like FastAPI or React / Next.Js.
• Strong commitment to engineering excellence, code quality, and dependable system performance.
• Solid experience with CI / CD pipelines, containerized environments (Docker / Kubernetes), and contemporary DevOps workflows.

Preferred Experience

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