ML/AI Engineering Team Lead Full-time

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!

Mix remote work with in-office engagements by visiting the EPAM office in Astana or enjoying the comfort of working from home. The choice is yours!

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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

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 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 LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, O’Reilly, Cloud Guru
  • 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
  • Comprehensive 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)

EPAM Kazakhstan is a team of technologists and innovators united by a passion for technology. Today, we operate across all cities with offices in Astana, Almaty, and Karaganda and work with the world’s leading companies from different industries. In 2023, EPAM Kazakhstan received the Export Excellence Award at the esteemed Digital Bridge Awards, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation.