About the Position

ML/AI Engineering Team Lead

Lead · Hybrid · Kazakhstan

About the Role

We're in search of a seasoned and visionary individual to become an integral part of our passionate team. In the role of Engineering Team Lead, you will be pivotal in coordinating our AI/ML engineering unit, driving the development of cutting-edge solutions that push the boundaries for our clients. If you're ready to lead with innovation and drive, we'd love to have you on board!

Responsibilities

Strategize, plan and deliver MLOps initiatives by liaising with key business stakeholders
Design, develop and deploy complex AI/ML solutions on cloud infrastructure (using ML engineering, ML Ops workflows & tools) that can scale in response to changing business and technical requirements
Create infrastructure and architecture diagrams
Allocate activities to junior ML engineers and take tasks to closure
Improvise coding practices, support code reviews and bring in best practices for model management
Provide thought leadership in terms of new technologies and tools, suggest improvements
Support the interview process to hire junior and senior ML engineers

Requirements

Production experience in AI/ML engineering and leadership
In-depth understanding of CI/CD, Core Data Ops, Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes
Proficiency in machine learning model development
Knowledge of best practices in software engineering, data management, testing and deployment
Expertise in building scalable, reliable and maintainable ML systems
Excellent understanding of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, ML engineering and tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with senior business stakeholders, customers and team members
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, mentor and guide junior team members and provide technical leadership

Skills

Generative AI Operations
Security.Engineering

What We Offer

We connect like-minded people: Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
Corporate and social events

We Invest in Your Growth

Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
Free English classes with certified teachers
Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language

We Cover It All

Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
Medical & family care package
Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
Housing support program: preferential mortgage access via Otbasy Bank partnership

ML/AI Engineering Team Lead

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