AI ML Engineer - Python

Persistent Systems

Pune, INhybridPosted Jun 30, 2026
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Skills

scikitlearntensorflowpytorchdjangopythonazurecicdgooglecloudnaturallanguageprocessingawsml

About the role

Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.

About Position:

We are looking for a highly skilled AI/ML Engineer with expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs), Machine Learning, Python, SQL, and MLOps.

Role: AI ML Engineer - Python

Location: All Persistent Location

Experience: 7 to 12 Years

Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

Strong experience with LLMs, Generative AI, NLP, and AI model development

Hands-on experience in Python and SQL

Experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn

MLOps expertise including model deployment, monitoring, CI/CD, and automation

Experience with vector databases, RAG, prompt engineering, and model fine-tuning

Cloud experience (Azure/AWS/GCP) is preferred

Expertise You'll Bring:

Design, develop, fine-tune, and deploy LLMs and Generative AI applications.

Build and optimize RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) solutions, prompt engineering frameworks, and AI agents.

Develop, train, and evaluate ML models using Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Scikit-learn.

Design scalable data pipelines and work with structured/unstructured data using SQL.

Implement MLOps best practices including model versioning, CI/CD, monitoring, governance, and automated deployments.

Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to deliver AI-powered solutions.

Optimize model performance, scalability, security, and cost efficiency.

Stay current with advancements in AI, GenAI, LLMs, and emerging technologies.

LLMs, Generative AI, NLP, RAG, Prompt Engineering

Python, SQL, Machine Learning & Deep Learning

PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn

MLOps, Model Deployment, CI/CD, Monitoring

Vector Databases, Embeddings, AI Agent Frameworks

Cloud Platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)

Education: Master's OR PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related field from a reputed university

Experience: 5–12+ years in AI/ML engineering, data science, or related domains.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package

Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies

Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards

Annual health check-ups

Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.

Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.

If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

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