AI/ML Engineer

At Synechron, we leverage digital power to transform businesses. As a global consulting firm, we combine creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions across AI, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering for financial services and tech firms. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior AI/ML Engineer with 5-12 years of expertise to lead the development of scalable machine learning systems, architect advanced AI solutions, and guide strategic AI initiatives, shaping our AI roadmap and delivering state-of-the-art models.

Must Have

• Design, develop, and optimize scalable machine learning systems.
• Develop advanced statistical models.
• Lead deployment of ML models into production.
• Integrate models with REST APIs.
• Provide technical guidance and strategic direction for AI initiatives.
• Stay abreast of the latest AI/ML research, especially in NLP, deep learning, and large language models.
• Mentor junior team members and promote best practices in AI engineering.
• Collaborate with data engineers, software developers, and product teams to align AI solutions with business goals.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, or related fields.
• 5–12 years of relevant experience in AI/ML engineering and system architecture.
• Proven track record of deploying high-impact AI solutions at scale.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication abilities and leadership qualities.
• In-depth experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP), deep learning, and transformer-based models.
• Hands-on experience with cloud ML platforms, such as AWS SageMaker or Azure AI.
• Demonstrated leadership in formulating and executing AI strategies within organizations.
• Knowledge of the latest AI frameworks, including Transformers and Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Proven experience designing scalable ML systems and architectures.
• Strong expertise in advanced statistical modeling techniques.
• Deep experience in model development and deployment pipelines.
• Proficiency in integrating ML models with REST APIs.

Perks & Benefits

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior AI/ML Engineer with 5 to 12 years of industry expertise to lead the development of scalable machine learning systems. In this pivotal role, Candidate will architect and implement advanced AI solutions, guide strategic AI initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation. Candidate technical leadership will be instrumental in shaping our AI roadmap and delivering state-of-the-art models and systems.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within New York, NY is $120k - $130k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize scalable machine learning systems capable of handling large-scale data and complex models.
• Develop advanced statistical models to solve complex business problems.
• Lead the deployment of ML models into production environments with robustness and efficiency.
• Integrate models seamlessly with REST APIs for application integration.
• Provide technical guidance and strategic direction for AI initiatives across teams.
• Stay abreast of the latest AI/ML research, especially in NLP, deep learning, and large language models.
• Mentor junior team members and promote best practices in AI engineering.
• Collaborate with data engineers, software developers, and product teams to align AI solutions with business goals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, or related fields.
• 5–12 years of relevant experience in AI/ML engineering and system architecture.
• Proven track record of deploying high-impact AI solutions at scale.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication abilities and leadership qualities.
• In-depth experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP), deep learning, and transformer-based models.
• Hands-on experience with cloud ML platforms, such as AWS SageMaker or Azure AI.
• Demonstrated leadership in formulating and executing AI strategies within organizations.
• Knowledge of the latest AI frameworks, including Transformers and Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Proven experience designing scalable ML systems and architectures.
• Strong expertise in advanced statistical modeling techniques.
• Deep experience in model development and deployment pipelines.
• Proficiency in integrating ML models with REST APIs.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Us

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more.

Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community.

Sustainability and Health Safety Commitment

At Synechron, we are committed to integrating sustainability into our business strategy, ensuring responsible growth while minimizing environmental impact. Employees play a key role in driving our sustainability initiatives, from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering ethical and sustainable business practices across global operations. All positions are required to adhere to our Sustainability and Health Safety standards, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship, workplace safety, and sustainable practices.