OPEN ROLE — VIA SYMPHONI HR

Senior AI Engineer.

MumbaiHybrid5–12 yearsPosted 2026-09-05

This mandate is run by SYMPHONI HR, a Mumbai-based executive search firm, est. 2003. Applications are email-verified and reach the search team running the role — confidentially, always.

About the organisation.

Our client is a leading global professional services firm operating at the intersection of finance and technology. They provide high-impact advisory and consulting services to a diverse range of enterprise clients, leveraging cutting-edge digital solutions to drive business transformation. The firm is known for its commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.

About the role.

This role involves designing, developing, and optimizing sophisticated software solutions that integrate advanced AI capabilities into business and technology platforms. You will act as a subject matter expert, guiding technical direction and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-quality engineering outcomes. The position requires a blend of deep technical expertise and strategic thinking to solve complex problems and drive innovation within the organization.

What you will do.

  • Design and deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions using industry-aligned programming languages and frameworks.
  • Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to define requirements and devise effective solution strategies.
  • Lead technical decision-making and provide guidance on technology selection and implementation approaches.
  • Implement effective unit testing and secure coding practices to ensure code reliability, performance, and data protection.
  • Mentor less experienced engineers and promote a culture of knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
  • Advise senior stakeholders on functional and cross-functional areas of impact and strategic alignment.
  • Manage and mitigate technical risks through rigorous assessment and adherence to governance agendas.
  • Drive continuous improvement in software quality, delivery efficiency, and the adoption of emerging technologies.

What you bring.

  • 5–12 years of experience in software engineering within complex enterprise environments.
  • Strong proficiency in back-end development using Java and Spring Boot.
  • Proven experience in designing and building REST APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures.
  • Solid understanding of database technologies including SQL and NoSQL (e.g., Oracle, MongoDB).
  • Experience with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools like Kubernetes or OpenShift.
  • Hands-on experience with AI models and rapid application development tools.
  • Strong knowledge of event-streaming technologies such as Kafka.
  • Computer Science degree or equivalent professional experience in object-oriented design and data structures.
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